The Kepler-152 System
2 planets
Lyra
Kepler-152 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 1,439 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-152
Kepler-152: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-152
- Surface temperature
- 5,088 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.72 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-152: 0.438–1.055 AU (conservative: 0.555–1.000 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-152 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-152 b | Mini Neptune | 18 d | 2.79 R⊕ | 0.27 | 2014 |
| Kepler-152 c | Mini Neptune | 88 d | 2.39 R⊕ | 0.56 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-152 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-152 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-152 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-152
How many planets does Kepler-152 have?
Kepler-152 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-152 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-152 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-152?
Kepler-152 is about 1,439 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.