The Kepler-234 System
2 planets
Lyra
Kepler-234 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 5,653 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-234
Kepler-234: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-234
- Surface temperature
- 6,224 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 1.11 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-234: 0.943–2.200 AU (conservative: 1.195–2.086 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-234 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-234 b | Sub Neptune | 2.7 d | 3.70 R⊕ | 0.19 | 2014 |
| Kepler-234 c | Sub Neptune | 7.2 d | 3.51 R⊕ | 0.19 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-234 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-234 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-234 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-234
How many planets does Kepler-234 have?
Kepler-234 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-234 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-234 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-234?
Kepler-234 is about 5,653 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.