The Kepler-379 System
2 planets
Cygnus
Kepler-379 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 2,385 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-379
Kepler-379: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-379
- Surface temperature
- 6,054 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 1.31 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-379: 1.058–2.476 AU (conservative: 1.340–2.348 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-379 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-379 b | Super Earth | 20 d | 1.66 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2014 |
| Kepler-379 c | Mini Neptune | 63 d | 2.29 R⊕ | 0.31 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-379 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-379 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-379 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-379
How many planets does Kepler-379 have?
Kepler-379 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-379 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-379 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-379?
Kepler-379 is about 2,385 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.