The Kepler-297 System
3 planets
Draco
Kepler-297 is a planetary system in the constellation Draco hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 2,258 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-297
Kepler-297: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-297
- Surface temperature
- 5,619 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.92 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-297: 0.656–1.551 AU (conservative: 0.830–1.471 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the Kepler-297 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-297 b | Mini Neptune | 39 d | 2.87 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2014 |
| Kepler-297 c | Cold Gas Giant | 75 d | 6.54 R⊕ | 0.26 | 2014 |
| Kepler-297 d | Cold Gas Giant | 150 d | 32.60 R⊕ | 0.25 | 2023 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-297 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-297 d, followed in 2023.
- 2014 — Kepler-297 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-297 c (Transit)
- 2023 — Kepler-297 d (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-297
How many planets does Kepler-297 have?
Kepler-297 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-297 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-297 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-297?
Kepler-297 is about 2,258 light-years from Earth in the constellation Draco.