The Kepler-368 System
2 planets
Cygnus
Kepler-368 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 2,515 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-368
Kepler-368: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-368
- Surface temperature
- 5,502 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 2.02 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-368: 1.396–3.316 AU (conservative: 1.769–3.144 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-368 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-368 b | Sub Neptune | 27 d | 3.26 R⊕ | 0.21 | 2014 |
| Kepler-368 c | Sub Neptune | 72 d | 3.88 R⊕ | 0.22 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-368 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-368 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-368 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-368
How many planets does Kepler-368 have?
Kepler-368 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-368 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-368 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-368?
Kepler-368 is about 2,515 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.