The Kepler-1972 System
Kepler-1972 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 937 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-1972
Kepler-1972: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-1972
- Surface temperature
- 5,818 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 1.12 M☉
- Radius
- 1.38 R☉
- Luminosity
- 1.9700 L☉
- Age
- 7.4 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of Kepler-1972: 1.051–2.473 AU (conservative: 1.331–2.345 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-1972 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-1972 b | Terrestrial | 7.5 d | 0.80 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2022 |
| Kepler-1972 c | Terrestrial | 11 d | 0.87 R⊕ | 0.30 | 2022 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-1972 b, was discovered in 2022 using the transit method.
- 2022 — Kepler-1972 b (Transit)
- 2022 — Kepler-1972 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-1972
How many planets does Kepler-1972 have?
Kepler-1972 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-1972 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-1972 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-1972?
Kepler-1972 is about 937 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.
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