The Kepler-332 System
3 planets
Lyra
Kepler-332 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 1,123 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-332
Kepler-332: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-332
- Surface temperature
- 4,955 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.72 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-332: 0.416–1.007 AU (conservative: 0.526–0.954 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the Kepler-332 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-332 b | Terrestrial | 7.6 d | 1.17 R⊕ | 0.32 | 2014 |
| Kepler-332 c | Terrestrial | 16 d | 1.09 R⊕ | 0.36 | 2014 |
| Kepler-332 d | Terrestrial | 34 d | 1.18 R⊕ | 0.46 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-332 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-332 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-332 c (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-332 d (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-332
How many planets does Kepler-332 have?
Kepler-332 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-332 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-332 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-332?
Kepler-332 is about 1,123 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.