The Kepler-69 System
Kepler-69 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 2,383 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-69
Kepler-69: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-69
- Spectral type
- G4 V
- Surface temperature
- 5,638 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.81 M☉
- Radius
- 0.93 R☉
- Luminosity
- 0.7998 L☉
Habitable zone of Kepler-69: 0.677–1.601 AU (conservative: 0.857–1.518 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-69 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-69 b | Mini Neptune | 14 d | 2.24 R⊕ | 0.26 | 2013 |
| Kepler-69 c | Super Earth | 242 d | 1.71 R⊕ | 0.70 | 2013 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-69 b, was discovered in 2013 using the transit method.
- 2013 — Kepler-69 b (Transit)
- 2013 — Kepler-69 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-69
How many planets does Kepler-69 have?
Kepler-69 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-69 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-69 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-69?
Kepler-69 is about 2,383 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.
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