The Kepler-29 System
2 planets
Cygnus
Kepler-29 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 2,715 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-29
Kepler-29: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-29
- Surface temperature
- 5,378 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.76 M☉
- Radius
- 0.73 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-29: 0.487–1.161 AU (conservative: 0.617–1.101 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-29 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-29 b | Mini Neptune | 10 d | 2.55 R⊕ | 0.25 | 2011 |
| Kepler-29 c | Mini Neptune | 13 d | 2.34 R⊕ | 0.27 | 2011 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-29 b, was discovered in 2011 using the transit method.
- 2011 — Kepler-29 b (Transit)
- 2011 — Kepler-29 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-29
How many planets does Kepler-29 have?
Kepler-29 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-29 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-29 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-29?
Kepler-29 is about 2,715 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.