The Kepler-215 System
Kepler-215 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 4 confirmed exoplanets, about 1,585 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-215
Kepler-215: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-215
- Surface temperature
- 5,739 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 1.03 R☉
Habitable zone of Kepler-215: 0.762–1.797 AU (conservative: 0.965–1.704 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 4 Planets in the Kepler-215 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-215 b | Super Earth | 9.4 d | 1.62 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2014 |
| Kepler-215 c | Super Earth | 15 d | 1.77 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2014 |
| Kepler-215 d | Mini Neptune | 31 d | 2.39 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2014 |
| Kepler-215 e | Super Earth | 68 d | 1.75 R⊕ | 0.42 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-215 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-215 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-215 c (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-215 d (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-215 e (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-215
How many planets does Kepler-215 have?
Kepler-215 has 4 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-215 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-215 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-215?
Kepler-215 is about 1,585 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.
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