The Kepler-598 System
Kepler-598 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 2,221 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-598
Kepler-598: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-598
- Surface temperature
- 5,245 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.90 M☉
- Radius
- 0.90 R☉
- Luminosity
- 0.5527 L☉
Habitable zone of Kepler-598: 0.575–1.378 AU (conservative: 0.729–1.306 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-598 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-598 b | Super Earth | 3.7 d | 1.50 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2016 |
| Kepler-598 c | Sub Neptune | 86 d | 3.02 R⊕ | 0.43 | 2020 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-598 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-598 c, followed in 2020.
- 2016 — Kepler-598 b (Transit)
- 2020 — Kepler-598 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-598
How many planets does Kepler-598 have?
Kepler-598 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-598 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-598 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-598?
Kepler-598 is about 2,221 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.
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