The Kepler-949 System
Kepler-949 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 1,586 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-949
Kepler-949: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-949
- Surface temperature
- 5,403 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.89 M☉
- Radius
- 0.86 R☉
- Age
- 4.6 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of Kepler-949: 0.577–1.374 AU (conservative: 0.731–1.303 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-949 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-949 b | Mini Neptune | 8.7 d | 2.91 R⊕ | 0.23 | 2016 |
| Kepler-949 c | Mini Neptune | 21 d | 2.97 R⊕ | 0.27 | 2023 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-949 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-949 c, followed in 2023.
- 2016 — Kepler-949 b (Transit)
- 2023 — Kepler-949 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-949
How many planets does Kepler-949 have?
Kepler-949 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-949 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-949 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-949?
Kepler-949 is about 1,586 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.
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