The Kepler-320 System
2 planets
Cygnus
Kepler-320 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 2,696 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-320
Kepler-320: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-320
- Surface temperature
- 6,435 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 1.11 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-320: 0.991–2.303 AU (conservative: 1.255–2.184 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-320 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-320 b | Terrestrial | 8.4 d | 1.14 R⊕ | 0.30 | 2014 |
| Kepler-320 c | Super Earth | 18 d | 1.37 R⊕ | 0.30 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-320 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-320 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-320 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-320
How many planets does Kepler-320 have?
Kepler-320 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-320 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-320 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-320?
Kepler-320 is about 2,696 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.