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The Kepler-1656 System

2 planets Lyra

Kepler-1656 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 606 light-years from Earth.

Kepler-1656: Star and Habitable Zone

Kepler-1656

Mass
1.03 M☉
Radius
1.10 R☉
Age
6.3 billion years (Sun: 4.6)

All 2 Planets in the Kepler-1656 System

PlanetTypeOrbitRadiusESIDiscovered
Kepler-1656 bNeptune-like32 d0.182018
Kepler-1656 cCold Gas Giant1,919 d0.182022

Discovery History

The first planet found here, Kepler-1656 b, was discovered in 2018 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-1656 c, followed in 2022.

Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-1656

How many planets does Kepler-1656 have?

Kepler-1656 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.

Are any planets in the Kepler-1656 system habitable?

None of the known planets in Kepler-1656 orbit within the star's habitable zone.

How far away is Kepler-1656?

Kepler-1656 is about 606 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.

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