The Kepler-245 System
Kepler-245 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 4 confirmed exoplanets, about 2,810 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-245
Kepler-245: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-245
- Surface temperature
- 5,100 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.80 R☉
Habitable zone of Kepler-245: 0.483–1.163 AU (conservative: 0.611–1.102 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 4 Planets in the Kepler-245 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-245 b | Mini Neptune | 7.5 d | 2.57 R⊕ | 0.24 | 2014 |
| Kepler-245 c | Mini Neptune | 17 d | 2.18 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2014 |
| Kepler-245 d | Sub Neptune | 36 d | 3.03 R⊕ | 0.32 | 2014 |
| Kepler-245 e | Super Earth | 3.2 d | 1.75 R⊕ | 0.27 | 2016 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-245 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-245 e, followed in 2016.
- 2014 — Kepler-245 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-245 c (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-245 d (Transit)
- 2016 — Kepler-245 e (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-245
How many planets does Kepler-245 have?
Kepler-245 has 4 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-245 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-245 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-245?
Kepler-245 is about 2,810 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.
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