The Kepler-206 System
Kepler-206 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 1,939 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-206
Kepler-206: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-206
- Surface temperature
- 5,764 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 1.19 R☉
Habitable zone of Kepler-206: 0.886–2.088 AU (conservative: 1.122–1.979 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the Kepler-206 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-206 b | Terrestrial | 7.8 d | 1.20 R⊕ | 0.30 | 2014 |
| Kepler-206 c | Super Earth | 13 d | 1.77 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2014 |
| Kepler-206 d | Terrestrial | 23 d | 1.19 R⊕ | 0.32 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-206 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-206 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-206 c (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-206 d (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-206
How many planets does Kepler-206 have?
Kepler-206 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-206 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-206 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-206?
Kepler-206 is about 1,939 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.
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