The Kepler-799 System
Kepler-799 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-799
Kepler-799: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-799
- Surface temperature
- 5,681 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.95 M☉
- Radius
- 0.93 R☉
- Age
- 4.0 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of Kepler-799: 0.679–1.603 AU (conservative: 0.860–1.520 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-799 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-799 b | Cold Gas Giant | 133 d | 6.88 R⊕ | 0.23 | 2016 |
| Kepler-799 c | Mini Neptune | 15 d | 2.78 R⊕ | 0.23 | 2021 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-799 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-799 c, followed in 2021.
- 2016 — Kepler-799 b (Transit)
- 2021 — Kepler-799 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-799
How many planets does Kepler-799 have?
Kepler-799 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-799 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-799 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
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