The Kepler-212 System
2 planets
Lyra
Kepler-212 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 2,241 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-212
Kepler-212: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-212
- Surface temperature
- 5,852 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 1.46 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-212: 1.115–2.622 AU (conservative: 1.412–2.486 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-212 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-212 b | Terrestrial | 16 d | 1.09 R⊕ | 0.30 | 2014 |
| Kepler-212 c | Mini Neptune | 32 d | 2.74 R⊕ | 0.24 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-212 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-212 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-212 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-212
How many planets does Kepler-212 have?
Kepler-212 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-212 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-212 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-212?
Kepler-212 is about 2,241 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.