The Kepler-195 System
2 planets
Cygnus
Kepler-195 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 2,127 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-195
Kepler-195: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-195
- Surface temperature
- 5,329 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.78 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-195: 0.508–1.213 AU (conservative: 0.643–1.150 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-195 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-195 b | Mini Neptune | 8.3 d | 2.03 R⊕ | 0.27 | 2014 |
| Kepler-195 c | Super Earth | 34 d | 1.55 R⊕ | 0.39 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-195 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-195 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-195 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-195
How many planets does Kepler-195 have?
Kepler-195 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-195 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-195 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-195?
Kepler-195 is about 2,127 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.