The Kepler-235 System
Kepler-235 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 4 confirmed exoplanets, about 1,396 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-235
Kepler-235: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-235
- Surface temperature
- 4,255 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.55 R☉
Habitable zone of Kepler-235: 0.242–0.605 AU (conservative: 0.307–0.574 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 4 Planets in the Kepler-235 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-235 b | Mini Neptune | 3.3 d | 2.23 R⊕ | 0.27 | 2014 |
| Kepler-235 c | Super Earth | 7.8 d | 1.28 R⊕ | 0.36 | 2014 |
| Kepler-235 d | Mini Neptune | 20 d | 2.05 R⊕ | 0.46 | 2014 |
| Kepler-235 e | Mini Neptune | 46 d | 2.22 R⊕ | 0.67 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-235 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-235 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-235 c (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-235 d (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-235 e (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-235
How many planets does Kepler-235 have?
Kepler-235 has 4 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-235 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-235 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-235?
Kepler-235 is about 1,396 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.
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