The Kepler-225 System
2 planets
Cygnus
Kepler-225 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 1,830 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-225
Kepler-225: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-225
- Surface temperature
- 3,682 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.48 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-225: 0.159–0.409 AU (conservative: 0.201–0.388 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-225 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-225 b | Terrestrial | 6.7 d | 1.20 R⊕ | 0.33 | 2014 |
| Kepler-225 c | Super Earth | 19 d | 1.84 R⊕ | 0.41 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-225 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-225 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-225 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-225
How many planets does Kepler-225 have?
Kepler-225 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-225 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-225 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-225?
Kepler-225 is about 1,830 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.