The Kepler-285 System
2 planets
Cygnus
Kepler-285 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 2,689 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-285
Kepler-285: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-285
- Surface temperature
- 5,411 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.81 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-285: 0.543–1.294 AU (conservative: 0.688–1.227 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-285 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-285 b | Super Earth | 2.6 d | 1.34 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2014 |
| Kepler-285 c | Terrestrial | 6.2 d | 1.12 R⊕ | 0.30 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-285 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-285 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-285 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-285
How many planets does Kepler-285 have?
Kepler-285 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-285 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-285 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-285?
Kepler-285 is about 2,689 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.