The Kepler-345 System
2 planets
Cygnus
Kepler-345 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-345
Kepler-345: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-345
- Surface temperature
- 4,504 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.62 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-345: 0.303–0.748 AU (conservative: 0.383–0.709 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-345 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-345 b | Terrestrial | 7.4 d | 0.74 R⊕ | 0.30 | 2014 |
| Kepler-345 c | Terrestrial | 9.4 d | 1.20 R⊕ | 0.32 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-345 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-345 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-345 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-345
How many planets does Kepler-345 have?
Kepler-345 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-345 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-345 orbit within the star's habitable zone.