The Kepler-223 System
4 planets
Cygnus
Kepler-223 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 4 confirmed exoplanets, about 6,066 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-223
Kepler-223: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-223
- Mass
- 1.13 M☉
- Radius
- 1.72 R☉
All 4 Planets in the Kepler-223 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-223 b | Mini Neptune | 7.4 d | 2.99 R⊕ | 0.21 | 2014 |
| Kepler-223 c | Puffy Planet | 9.8 d | 3.44 R⊕ | 0.20 | 2014 |
| Kepler-223 d | Neptune-like | 15 d | 5.24 R⊕ | 0.15 | 2014 |
| Kepler-223 e | Neptune-like | 20 d | 4.60 R⊕ | 0.17 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-223 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-223 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-223 c (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-223 d (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-223 e (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-223
How many planets does Kepler-223 have?
Kepler-223 has 4 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-223 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-223 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-223?
Kepler-223 is about 6,066 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.