The Kepler-307 System
Kepler-307 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 1,877 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-307
Kepler-307: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-307
- Surface temperature
- 5,367 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.91 M☉
- Radius
- 0.81 R☉
Habitable zone of Kepler-307: 0.540–1.288 AU (conservative: 0.684–1.221 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-307 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-307 b | Mini Neptune | 10 d | 2.43 R⊕ | 0.25 | 2013 |
| Kepler-307 c | Mini Neptune | 13 d | 2.20 R⊕ | 0.26 | 2013 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-307 b, was discovered in 2013 using the transit method.
- 2013 — Kepler-307 b (Transit)
- 2013 — Kepler-307 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-307
How many planets does Kepler-307 have?
Kepler-307 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-307 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-307 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-307?
Kepler-307 is about 1,877 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.
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