The Kepler-887 System
Kepler-887 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 2,892 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-887
Kepler-887: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-887
- Surface temperature
- 6,194 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 1.19 M☉
- Radius
- 1.29 R☉
- Age
- 3.1 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of Kepler-887: 1.085–2.531 AU (conservative: 1.374–2.400 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-887 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-887 b | Super Earth | 20 d | 1.84 R⊕ | 0.27 | 2016 |
| Kepler-887 c | Terrestrial | 7.6 d | 1.13 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2016 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-887 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method.
- 2016 — Kepler-887 b (Transit)
- 2016 — Kepler-887 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-887
How many planets does Kepler-887 have?
Kepler-887 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-887 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-887 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-887?
Kepler-887 is about 2,892 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.
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