The Kepler-24 System
Kepler-24 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 4 confirmed exoplanets, about 3,773 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-24
Kepler-24: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-24
- Surface temperature
- 6,028 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 1.06 M☉
- Radius
- 1.10 R☉
Habitable zone of Kepler-24: 0.884–2.070 AU (conservative: 1.120–1.963 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 4 Planets in the Kepler-24 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-24 b | Super Earth | 8.1 d | 2.35 R⊕ | 0.24 | 2011 |
| Kepler-24 c | Super Earth | 12 d | 2.51 R⊕ | 0.23 | 2011 |
| Kepler-24 d | Super Earth | 4.2 d | 1.67 R⊕ | 0.27 | 2014 |
| Kepler-24 e | Mini Neptune | 19 d | 2.78 R⊕ | 0.24 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-24 b, was discovered in 2011 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-24 e, followed in 2014.
- 2011 — Kepler-24 b (Transit)
- 2011 — Kepler-24 c (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-24 d (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-24 e (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-24
How many planets does Kepler-24 have?
Kepler-24 has 4 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-24 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-24 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-24?
Kepler-24 is about 3,773 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.
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