The Kepler-968 System
Kepler-968 is a planetary system in the constellation Draco hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 947 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-968
Kepler-968: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-968
- Surface temperature
- 4,598 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.76 M☉
- Radius
- 0.70 R☉
- Age
- 2.1 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of Kepler-968: 0.353–0.869 AU (conservative: 0.447–0.824 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the Kepler-968 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-968 b | Super Earth | 3.7 d | 2.00 R⊕ | 0.27 | 2016 |
| Kepler-968 c | Super Earth | 5.7 d | 1.69 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2016 |
| KOI-1833 d | Super Earth | 7.7 d | 2.58 R⊕ | 0.26 | 2021 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-968 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method. The most recent addition, KOI-1833 d, followed in 2021.
- 2016 — Kepler-968 b (Transit)
- 2016 — Kepler-968 c (Transit)
- 2021 — KOI-1833 d (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-968
How many planets does Kepler-968 have?
Kepler-968 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-968 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-968 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-968?
Kepler-968 is about 947 light-years from Earth in the constellation Draco.
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