The Kepler-1038 System
Kepler-1038 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 1,905 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-1038
Kepler-1038: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-1038
- Surface temperature
- 5,335 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.87 M☉
- Radius
- 0.83 R☉
- Age
- 4.3 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of Kepler-1038: 0.545–1.301 AU (conservative: 0.690–1.233 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-1038 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-1038 b | Sub Neptune | 148 d | 3.53 R⊕ | 0.57 | 2016 |
| Kepler-1038 c | Super Earth | 7.1 d | 1.42 R⊕ | 0.30 | 2021 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-1038 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-1038 c, followed in 2021.
- 2016 — Kepler-1038 b (Transit)
- 2021 — Kepler-1038 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-1038
How many planets does Kepler-1038 have?
Kepler-1038 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-1038 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-1038 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-1038?
Kepler-1038 is about 1,905 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.
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