The Kepler-349 System
2 planets
Cygnus
Kepler-349 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 3,068 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-349
Kepler-349: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-349
- Surface temperature
- 5,956 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.93 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-349: 0.731–1.715 AU (conservative: 0.926–1.626 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-349 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-349 b | Super Earth | 5.9 d | 1.90 R⊕ | 0.27 | 2014 |
| Kepler-349 c | Super Earth | 12 d | 1.96 R⊕ | 0.27 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-349 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-349 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-349 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-349
How many planets does Kepler-349 have?
Kepler-349 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-349 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-349 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-349?
Kepler-349 is about 3,068 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.