The Kepler-360 System
Kepler-360 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 2,857 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-360
Kepler-360: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-360
- Surface temperature
- 6,053 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 1.06 R☉
Habitable zone of Kepler-360: 0.857–2.006 AU (conservative: 1.085–1.901 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-360 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-360 b | Super Earth | 3.3 d | 1.65 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2014 |
| Kepler-360 c | Mini Neptune | 7.2 d | 2.10 R⊕ | 0.26 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-360 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-360 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-360 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-360
How many planets does Kepler-360 have?
Kepler-360 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-360 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-360 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-360?
Kepler-360 is about 2,857 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.
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