The Kepler-207 System
3 planets
Lyra
Kepler-207 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 2,856 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-207
Kepler-207: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-207
- Surface temperature
- 5,920 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 1.59 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-207: 1.240–2.912 AU (conservative: 1.571–2.761 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the Kepler-207 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-207 b | Super Earth | 1.6 d | 1.57 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2014 |
| Kepler-207 c | Super Earth | 3.1 d | 1.50 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2014 |
| Kepler-207 d | Sub Neptune | 5.9 d | 3.31 R⊕ | 0.20 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-207 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-207 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-207 c (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-207 d (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-207
How many planets does Kepler-207 have?
Kepler-207 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-207 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-207 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-207?
Kepler-207 is about 2,856 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.