The Kepler-760 System
Kepler-760 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 2,584 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-760
Kepler-760: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-760
- Surface temperature
- 5,322 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.89 M☉
- Radius
- 0.85 R☉
- Age
- 4.6 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of Kepler-760: 0.556–1.327 AU (conservative: 0.704–1.258 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-760 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-760 b | Sub Neptune | 8.7 d | 3.06 R⊕ | 0.22 | 2016 |
| Kepler-760 c | Super Earth | 2.5 d | 1.48 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2016 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-760 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method.
- 2016 — Kepler-760 b (Transit)
- 2016 — Kepler-760 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-760
How many planets does Kepler-760 have?
Kepler-760 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-760 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-760 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-760?
Kepler-760 is about 2,584 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.
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