The Kepler-295 System
Kepler-295 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 5,542 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-295
Kepler-295: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-295
- Surface temperature
- 5,603 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.90 R☉
Habitable zone of Kepler-295: 0.640–1.516 AU (conservative: 0.811–1.437 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the Kepler-295 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-295 b | Terrestrial | 13 d | 1.22 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2014 |
| Kepler-295 c | Terrestrial | 22 d | 1.17 R⊕ | 0.30 | 2014 |
| Kepler-295 d | Super Earth | 34 d | 1.36 R⊕ | 0.30 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-295 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-295 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-295 c (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-295 d (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-295
How many planets does Kepler-295 have?
Kepler-295 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-295 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-295 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-295?
Kepler-295 is about 5,542 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.
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