The Kepler-326 System
Kepler-326 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 1,591 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-326
Kepler-326: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-326
- Surface temperature
- 5,105 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.80 R☉
Habitable zone of Kepler-326: 0.487–1.173 AU (conservative: 0.617–1.112 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the Kepler-326 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-326 b | Super Earth | 2.2 d | 1.52 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2014 |
| Kepler-326 c | Super Earth | 4.6 d | 1.40 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2014 |
| Kepler-326 d | Terrestrial | 6.8 d | 1.21 R⊕ | 0.30 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-326 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-326 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-326 c (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-326 d (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-326
How many planets does Kepler-326 have?
Kepler-326 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-326 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-326 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-326?
Kepler-326 is about 1,591 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.
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