The Kepler-372 System
3 planets
Cygnus
Kepler-372 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 4,873 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-372
Kepler-372: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-372
- Surface temperature
- 6,509 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 1.14 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-372: 1.036–2.405 AU (conservative: 1.312–2.280 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the Kepler-372 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-372 b | Super Earth | 6.8 d | 1.36 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2014 |
| Kepler-372 c | Mini Neptune | 20 d | 2.09 R⊕ | 0.27 | 2014 |
| Kepler-372 d | Super Earth | 30 d | 1.69 R⊕ | 0.30 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-372 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-372 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-372 c (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-372 d (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-372
How many planets does Kepler-372 have?
Kepler-372 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-372 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-372 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-372?
Kepler-372 is about 4,873 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.