The Kepler-190 System
2 planets
Cygnus
Kepler-190 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 1,414 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-190
Kepler-190: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-190
- Surface temperature
- 5,106 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.80 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-190: 0.484–1.165 AU (conservative: 0.613–1.104 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-190 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-190 b | Super Earth | 2.0 d | 1.56 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2014 |
| Kepler-190 c | Super Earth | 3.8 d | 1.46 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-190 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-190 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-190 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-190
How many planets does Kepler-190 have?
Kepler-190 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-190 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-190 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-190?
Kepler-190 is about 1,414 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.