The Kepler-1315 System
Kepler-1315 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 1,568 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-1315
Kepler-1315: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-1315
- Surface temperature
- 4,861 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.80 M☉
- Radius
- 0.75 R☉
- Age
- 3.5 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of Kepler-1315: 0.418–1.017 AU (conservative: 0.530–0.965 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-1315 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-1315 b | Super Earth | 0.8 d | 1.38 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2016 |
| Kepler-1315 c | Super Earth | 6.6 d | 1.84 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2021 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-1315 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-1315 c, followed in 2021.
- 2016 — Kepler-1315 b (Transit)
- 2021 — Kepler-1315 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-1315
How many planets does Kepler-1315 have?
Kepler-1315 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-1315 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-1315 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-1315?
Kepler-1315 is about 1,568 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.
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