The Kepler-769 System
Kepler-769 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 3,815 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-769
Kepler-769: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-769
- Surface temperature
- 6,186 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 1.19 M☉
- Radius
- 1.28 R☉
- Age
- 2.9 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of Kepler-769: 1.074–2.507 AU (conservative: 1.360–2.377 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-769 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-769 b | Mini Neptune | 7.4 d | 2.92 R⊕ | 0.22 | 2016 |
| Kepler-769 c | Super Earth | 16 d | 1.79 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2016 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-769 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method.
- 2016 — Kepler-769 b (Transit)
- 2016 — Kepler-769 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-769
How many planets does Kepler-769 have?
Kepler-769 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-769 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-769 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-769?
Kepler-769 is about 3,815 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.
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