The Kepler-274 System
2 planets
Cygnus
Kepler-274 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 4,350 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-274
Kepler-274: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-274
- Surface temperature
- 6,023 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 1.01 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-274: 0.809–1.895 AU (conservative: 1.025–1.796 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-274 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-274 b | Super Earth | 12 d | 1.54 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2014 |
| Kepler-274 c | Super Earth | 33 d | 1.84 R⊕ | 0.30 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-274 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-274 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-274 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-274
How many planets does Kepler-274 have?
Kepler-274 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-274 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-274 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-274?
Kepler-274 is about 4,350 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.