Kepler12

Kepler-12 is an exoplanet located approximately 770 light-years away from Earth. It orbits a star named Kepler-12, a G-type main-sequence star similar to our Sun. The planet was discovered by NASA's Kepler space telescope as part of its mission to find exoplanets.

Kepler-12b, the designation for this exoplanet, is a gas giant. It is significantly larger than Jupiter, with an estimated radius of about 1.7 times that of Jupiter. Its mass is also considerable, though precise measurements can be challenging for such distant objects. The planet orbits its host star very closely, completing a full revolution in just over 11 Earth days. This close proximity results in extremely high surface temperatures, making it unlikely to support life as we know it.

Due to its tight orbit and large size, Kepler-12b is classified as a hot Jupiter. The planet's atmosphere is thought to be unusually enriched with heavier elements, potentially due to atmospheric stripping by its host star or other formation processes. Further observations are ongoing to refine our understanding of Kepler-12b's composition and atmospheric properties. The Kepler-12 system is a valuable target for astronomers studying planetary formation and evolution in close proximity to their stars.