The Kepler-524 System
Kepler-524 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 3,452 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-524
Kepler-524: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-524
- Surface temperature
- 6,014 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 1.09 M☉
- Radius
- 1.10 R☉
- Age
- 3.0 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of Kepler-524: 0.882–2.065 AU (conservative: 1.117–1.958 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-524 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-524 b | Super Earth | 8.0 d | 1.91 R⊕ | 0.26 | 2016 |
| Kepler-524 c | Terrestrial | 1.9 d | 0.96 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2016 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-524 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method.
- 2016 — Kepler-524 b (Transit)
- 2016 — Kepler-524 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-524
How many planets does Kepler-524 have?
Kepler-524 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-524 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-524 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-524?
Kepler-524 is about 3,452 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.
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