The Kepler-549 System
Kepler-549 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 2,072 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-549
Kepler-549: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-549
- Surface temperature
- 5,360 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.88 M☉
- Radius
- 0.84 R☉
- Age
- 4.6 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of Kepler-549: 0.556–1.326 AU (conservative: 0.704–1.257 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the Kepler-549 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-549 b | Mini Neptune | 43 d | 2.57 R⊕ | 0.35 | 2016 |
| Kepler-549 c | Mini Neptune | 117 d | 2.93 R⊕ | 0.54 | 2016 |
| Kepler-549 d | Neptune-like | 25 d | 4.20 R⊕ | 0.23 | 2023 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-549 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-549 d, followed in 2023.
- 2016 — Kepler-549 b (Transit)
- 2016 — Kepler-549 c (Transit)
- 2023 — Kepler-549 d (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-549
How many planets does Kepler-549 have?
Kepler-549 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-549 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-549 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-549?
Kepler-549 is about 2,072 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.
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