The Kepler-605 System
Kepler-605 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 1,815 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-605
Kepler-605: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-605
- Surface temperature
- 5,462 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.91 M☉
- Radius
- 0.88 R☉
- Age
- 4.5 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of Kepler-605: 0.601–1.430 AU (conservative: 0.761–1.355 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-605 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-605 b | Super Earth | 3.4 d | 1.44 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2016 |
| Kepler-605 c | Terrestrial | 2.4 d | 0.86 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2016 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-605 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method.
- 2016 — Kepler-605 b (Transit)
- 2016 — Kepler-605 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-605
How many planets does Kepler-605 have?
Kepler-605 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-605 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-605 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-605?
Kepler-605 is about 1,815 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.
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