The Kepler-334 System
3 planets
Lyra
Kepler-334 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 1,391 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-334
Kepler-334: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-334
- Surface temperature
- 5,828 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 1.07 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-334: 0.813–1.913 AU (conservative: 1.030–1.814 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the Kepler-334 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-334 b | Terrestrial | 5.5 d | 1.12 R⊕ | 0.30 | 2014 |
| Kepler-334 c | Super Earth | 13 d | 1.43 R⊕ | 0.30 | 2014 |
| Kepler-334 d | Super Earth | 25 d | 1.41 R⊕ | 0.32 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-334 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-334 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-334 c (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-334 d (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-334
How many planets does Kepler-334 have?
Kepler-334 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-334 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-334 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-334?
Kepler-334 is about 1,391 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.