The Kepler-211 System
2 planets
Lyra
Kepler-211 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 1,009 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-211
Kepler-211: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-211
- Surface temperature
- 5,123 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.82 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-211: 0.499–1.202 AU (conservative: 0.633–1.139 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-211 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-211 b | Super Earth | 4.1 d | 1.26 R⊕ | 0.30 | 2014 |
| Kepler-211 c | Super Earth | 6.0 d | 1.29 R⊕ | 0.30 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-211 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-211 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-211 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-211
How many planets does Kepler-211 have?
Kepler-211 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-211 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-211 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-211?
Kepler-211 is about 1,009 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.