The Kepler-230 System
2 planets
Draco
Kepler-230 is a planetary system in the constellation Draco hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 2,416 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-230
Kepler-230: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-230
- Surface temperature
- 5,588 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.82 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-230: 0.580–1.374 AU (conservative: 0.735–1.302 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-230 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-230 b | Neptune-like | 33 d | 4.26 R⊕ | 0.26 | 2014 |
| Kepler-230 c | Mini Neptune | 92 d | 2.04 R⊕ | 0.57 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-230 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-230 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-230 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-230
How many planets does Kepler-230 have?
Kepler-230 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-230 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-230 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-230?
Kepler-230 is about 2,416 light-years from Earth in the constellation Draco.