The Kepler-366 System
Kepler-366 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 6,054 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-366
Kepler-366: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-366
- Surface temperature
- 6,209 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 1.05 R☉
Habitable zone of Kepler-366: 0.885–2.064 AU (conservative: 1.121–1.957 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-366 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-366 b | Super Earth | 3.3 d | 1.46 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2014 |
| Kepler-366 c | Super Earth | 13 d | 1.79 R⊕ | 0.27 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-366 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-366 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-366 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-366
How many planets does Kepler-366 have?
Kepler-366 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-366 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-366 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-366?
Kepler-366 is about 6,054 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.
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