The Kepler-353 System
Kepler-353 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets around 2 stars, about 1,255 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-353
Star Kepler-353 and Its Habitable Zone
Kepler-353
- Surface temperature
- 3,903 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.50 R☉
Habitable zone of Kepler-353: 0.187–0.475 AU (conservative: 0.237–0.451 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-353 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-353 b | Terrestrial | 5.8 d | 0.89 R⊕ | 0.35 | 2014 |
| Kepler-353 c | Super Earth | 8.4 d | 1.38 R⊕ | 0.37 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-353 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-353 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-353 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-353
How many planets does Kepler-353 have?
Kepler-353 has 2 confirmed exoplanets distributed around its 2 stars. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-353 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-353 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-353?
Kepler-353 is about 1,255 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.
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