The Kepler-370 System
2 planets
Cygnus
Kepler-370 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 3,809 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-370
Kepler-370: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-370
- Surface temperature
- 5,852 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.90 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-370: 0.690–1.622 AU (conservative: 0.874–1.538 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-370 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-370 b | Super Earth | 4.6 d | 1.59 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2014 |
| Kepler-370 c | Super Earth | 19 d | 1.91 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-370 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-370 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-370 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-370
How many planets does Kepler-370 have?
Kepler-370 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-370 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-370 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-370?
Kepler-370 is about 3,809 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.