The Kepler-424 System
Kepler-424 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 2,279 light-years from Earth. One of its planets orbits within the habitable zone, where liquid water could exist on a planetary surface.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-424
Planets without a measured radius are not shown.
Kepler-424: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-424
- Surface temperature
- 5,460 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 1.01 M☉
- Radius
- 0.94 R☉
- Luminosity
- 0.7079 L☉
Habitable zone of Kepler-424: 0.643–1.530 AU (conservative: 0.815–1.450 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-424 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-424 b | Hot Jupiter | 3.3 d | 9.98 R⊕ | 0.09 | 2014 |
| Kepler-424 c HZ | Cold Gas Giant | 223 d | — | 0.39 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-424 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-424 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-424 c (Radial Velocity)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-424
How many planets does Kepler-424 have?
Kepler-424 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-424 system habitable?
One planet in the system orbits within the habitable zone, where liquid water could exist. Actual habitability depends on atmospheres and composition, which are not yet known.
How far away is Kepler-424?
Kepler-424 is about 2,279 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.
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