The Kepler-327 System
3 planets
Cygnus
Kepler-327 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 789 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-327
Kepler-327: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-327
- Surface temperature
- 3,799 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.49 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-327: 0.173–0.443 AU (conservative: 0.219–0.420 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the Kepler-327 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-327 b | Terrestrial | 2.5 d | 1.11 R⊕ | 0.31 | 2014 |
| Kepler-327 c | Terrestrial | 5.2 d | 1.03 R⊕ | 0.35 | 2014 |
| Kepler-327 d | Super Earth | 14 d | 1.73 R⊕ | 0.44 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-327 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-327 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-327 c (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-327 d (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-327
How many planets does Kepler-327 have?
Kepler-327 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-327 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-327 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-327?
Kepler-327 is about 789 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.