The Kepler-275 System
3 planets
Cygnus
Kepler-275 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 6,635 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-275
Kepler-275: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-275
- Surface temperature
- 6,165 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 1.38 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-275: 1.154–2.695 AU (conservative: 1.462–2.555 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the Kepler-275 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-275 b | Mini Neptune | 10 d | 2.34 R⊕ | 0.24 | 2014 |
| Kepler-275 c | Sub Neptune | 16 d | 3.38 R⊕ | 0.20 | 2014 |
| Kepler-275 d | Sub Neptune | 36 d | 3.33 R⊕ | 0.22 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-275 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-275 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-275 c (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-275 d (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-275
How many planets does Kepler-275 have?
Kepler-275 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-275 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-275 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-275?
Kepler-275 is about 6,635 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.