The Kepler-314 System
2 planets
Cygnus
Kepler-314 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 877 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-314
Kepler-314: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-314
- Surface temperature
- 5,378 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.95 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-314: 0.632–1.507 AU (conservative: 0.801–1.429 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-314 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-314 b | Terrestrial | 2.5 d | 0.83 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2014 |
| Kepler-314 c | Mini Neptune | 6.0 d | 2.90 R⊕ | 0.22 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-314 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-314 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-314 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-314
How many planets does Kepler-314 have?
Kepler-314 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-314 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-314 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-314?
Kepler-314 is about 877 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.