The Kepler-351 System
3 planets
Lyra
Kepler-351 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 3,535 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-351
Kepler-351: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-351
- Surface temperature
- 5,643 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.85 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-351: 0.616–1.457 AU (conservative: 0.781–1.382 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the Kepler-351 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-351 b | Sub Neptune | 37 d | 3.06 R⊕ | 0.33 | 2014 |
| Kepler-351 c | Sub Neptune | 57 d | 3.19 R⊕ | 0.40 | 2014 |
| Kepler-351 d | Mini Neptune | 143 d | 2.72 R⊕ | 0.64 | 2016 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-351 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-351 d, followed in 2016.
- 2014 — Kepler-351 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-351 c (Transit)
- 2016 — Kepler-351 d (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-351
How many planets does Kepler-351 have?
Kepler-351 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-351 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-351 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-351?
Kepler-351 is about 3,535 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.