The Kepler-50 System
Kepler-50 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 816 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-50
Kepler-50: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-50
- Surface temperature
- 6,225 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 1.24 M☉
- Radius
- 1.58 R☉
- Age
- 3.8 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of Kepler-50: 1.339–3.124 AU (conservative: 1.696–2.961 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-50 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-50 b | Super Earth | 7.8 d | 1.71 R⊕ | 0.27 | 2012 |
| Kepler-50 c | Mini Neptune | 9.4 d | 2.17 R⊕ | 0.25 | 2012 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-50 b, was discovered in 2012 using the transit method.
- 2012 — Kepler-50 b (Transit)
- 2012 — Kepler-50 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-50
How many planets does Kepler-50 have?
Kepler-50 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-50 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-50 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-50?
Kepler-50 is about 816 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.
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