The Kepler-385 System
3 planets
Cygnus
Kepler-385 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 4,673 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-385
Kepler-385: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-385
- Surface temperature
- 6,326 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 1.13 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-385: 0.980–2.281 AU (conservative: 1.241–2.162 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the Kepler-385 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-385 b | Mini Neptune | 10 d | 2.73 R⊕ | 0.23 | 2014 |
| Kepler-385 c | Sub Neptune | 15 d | 3.04 R⊕ | 0.22 | 2014 |
| Kepler-385 d | Mini Neptune | 56 d | 2.62 R⊕ | 0.30 | 2020 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-385 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-385 d, followed in 2020.
- 2014 — Kepler-385 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-385 c (Transit)
- 2020 — Kepler-385 d (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-385
How many planets does Kepler-385 have?
Kepler-385 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-385 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-385 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-385?
Kepler-385 is about 4,673 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.