The Kepler-124 System
3 planets
Draco
Kepler-124 is a planetary system in the constellation Draco hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 1,370 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-124
Kepler-124: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-124
- Surface temperature
- 4,984 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.64 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-124: 0.371–0.897 AU (conservative: 0.470–0.851 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the Kepler-124 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-124 b | Terrestrial | 3.4 d | 0.73 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2014 |
| Kepler-124 c | Super Earth | 14 d | 1.75 R⊕ | 0.31 | 2014 |
| Kepler-124 d | Terrestrial | 31 d | 1.11 R⊕ | 0.40 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-124 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-124 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-124 c (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-124 d (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-124
How many planets does Kepler-124 have?
Kepler-124 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-124 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-124 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-124?
Kepler-124 is about 1,370 light-years from Earth in the constellation Draco.