The Kepler-395 System
2 planets
Cygnus
Kepler-395 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 1,374 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-395
Kepler-395: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-395
- Surface temperature
- 4,262 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.56 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-395: 0.244–0.609 AU (conservative: 0.309–0.577 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-395 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-395 b | Terrestrial | 7.1 d | 1.03 R⊕ | 0.37 | 2014 |
| Kepler-395 c | Super Earth | 35 d | 1.32 R⊕ | 0.74 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-395 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-395 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-395 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-395
How many planets does Kepler-395 have?
Kepler-395 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-395 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-395 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-395?
Kepler-395 is about 1,374 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.