The Kepler-712 System
Kepler-712 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 2,846 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-712
Kepler-712: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-712
- Surface temperature
- 5,148 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.84 M☉
- Radius
- 0.78 R☉
- Age
- 3.3 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of Kepler-712: 0.481–1.157 AU (conservative: 0.610–1.097 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-712 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-712 b | Sub Neptune | 21 d | 3.41 R⊕ | 0.26 | 2016 |
| Kepler-712 c | Neptune-like | 227 d | 4.85 R⊕ | 0.52 | 2016 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-712 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method.
- 2016 — Kepler-712 b (Transit)
- 2016 — Kepler-712 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-712
How many planets does Kepler-712 have?
Kepler-712 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-712 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-712 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-712?
Kepler-712 is about 2,846 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.
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