The Kepler-501 System
Kepler-501 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 3,670 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-501
Kepler-501: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-501
- Surface temperature
- 5,794 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 1.03 M☉
- Radius
- 1.22 R☉
Habitable zone of Kepler-501: 0.917–2.159 AU (conservative: 1.161–2.047 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-501 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-501 b | Neptune-like | 5.6 d | 4.30 R⊕ | 0.17 | 2016 |
| Kepler-501 c | Super Earth | 3.6 d | 1.68 R⊕ | 0.27 | 2021 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-501 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-501 c, followed in 2021.
- 2016 — Kepler-501 b (Transit)
- 2021 — Kepler-501 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-501
How many planets does Kepler-501 have?
Kepler-501 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-501 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-501 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-501?
Kepler-501 is about 3,670 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.
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