The Kepler-416 System
Kepler-416 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 2,253 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-416
Planets without a measured radius are not shown.
Kepler-416: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-416
- Surface temperature
- 5,670 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.95 M☉
- Radius
- 1.02 R☉
Habitable zone of Kepler-416: 0.743–1.757 AU (conservative: 0.942–1.665 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the Kepler-416 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-416 b | Super Earth | 6.3 d | 2.48 R⊕ | 0.24 | 2014 |
| Kepler-416 c | — | 12 d | — | 0.25 | 2014 |
| Kepler-416 d | Super Earth | 3.1 d | 1.61 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2023 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-416 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-416 d, followed in 2023.
- 2014 — Kepler-416 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-416 c (Transit)
- 2023 — Kepler-416 d (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-416
How many planets does Kepler-416 have?
Kepler-416 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-416 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-416 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-416?
Kepler-416 is about 2,253 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.
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