The Kepler-969 System
Kepler-969 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 1,273 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-969
Kepler-969: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-969
- Surface temperature
- 5,214 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.92 M☉
- Radius
- 0.82 R☉
- Age
- 1.5 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of Kepler-969: 0.517–1.241 AU (conservative: 0.655–1.176 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-969 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-969 b | Mini Neptune | 34 d | 2.07 R⊕ | 0.37 | 2016 |
| Kepler-969 c | Terrestrial | 1.7 d | 0.99 R⊕ | 0.30 | 2016 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-969 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method.
- 2016 — Kepler-969 b (Transit)
- 2016 — Kepler-969 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-969
How many planets does Kepler-969 have?
Kepler-969 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-969 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-969 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-969?
Kepler-969 is about 1,273 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.
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