The Kepler-265 System
Kepler-265 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 4 confirmed exoplanets, about 4,176 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-265
Kepler-265: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-265
- Surface temperature
- 5,835 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 1.10 R☉
Habitable zone of Kepler-265: 0.841–1.979 AU (conservative: 1.066–1.876 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 4 Planets in the Kepler-265 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-265 b | Super Earth | 6.8 d | 1.86 R⊕ | 0.27 | 2014 |
| Kepler-265 c | Mini Neptune | 17 d | 2.63 R⊕ | 0.25 | 2014 |
| Kepler-265 d | Mini Neptune | 43 d | 2.49 R⊕ | 0.30 | 2014 |
| Kepler-265 e | Mini Neptune | 68 d | 2.59 R⊕ | 0.34 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-265 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-265 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-265 c (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-265 d (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-265 e (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-265
How many planets does Kepler-265 have?
Kepler-265 has 4 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-265 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-265 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-265?
Kepler-265 is about 4,176 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.
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