The Kepler-312 System
2 planets
Cygnus
Kepler-312 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 2,602 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-312
Kepler-312: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-312
- Surface temperature
- 6,115 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 1.47 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-312: 1.208–2.824 AU (conservative: 1.530–2.677 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-312 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-312 b | Super Earth | 1.8 d | 1.29 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2014 |
| Kepler-312 c | Sub Neptune | 20 d | 3.15 R⊕ | 0.21 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-312 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-312 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-312 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-312
How many planets does Kepler-312 have?
Kepler-312 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-312 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-312 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-312?
Kepler-312 is about 2,602 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.