The Kepler-418 System
Kepler-418 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 3,270 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-418
Kepler-418: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-418
- Surface temperature
- 5,820 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.98 M☉
- Radius
- 1.09 R☉
- Age
- 7.0 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of Kepler-418: 0.828–1.948 AU (conservative: 1.049–1.847 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-418 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-418 b | Cold Gas Giant | 87 d | 13.45 R⊕ | 0.17 | 2014 |
| Kepler-418 c | Neptune-like | 12 d | 5.22 R⊕ | 0.15 | 2021 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-418 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-418 c, followed in 2021.
- 2014 — Kepler-418 b (Transit)
- 2021 — Kepler-418 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-418
How many planets does Kepler-418 have?
Kepler-418 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-418 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-418 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-418?
Kepler-418 is about 3,270 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.
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