The Kepler-58 System
Kepler-58 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 4 confirmed exoplanets, about 3,161 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-58
Kepler-58: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-58
- Surface temperature
- 5,843 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.95 M☉
- Radius
- 1.03 R☉
Habitable zone of Kepler-58: 0.787–1.852 AU (conservative: 0.997–1.756 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 4 Planets in the Kepler-58 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-58 b | Super Earth | 10 d | 2.78 R⊕ | 0.23 | 2012 |
| Kepler-58 c | Super Earth | 16 d | 2.86 R⊕ | 0.23 | 2012 |
| Kepler-58 d | Mini Neptune | 40 d | 2.94 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2014 |
| Kepler-58 e | Super Earth | 4.5 d | 1.61 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2023 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-58 b, was discovered in 2012 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-58 e, followed in 2023.
- 2012 — Kepler-58 b (Transit)
- 2012 — Kepler-58 c (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-58 d (Transit)
- 2023 — Kepler-58 e (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-58
How many planets does Kepler-58 have?
Kepler-58 has 4 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-58 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-58 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-58?
Kepler-58 is about 3,161 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.
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