The Kepler-730 System
Kepler-730 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 6,311 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-730
Kepler-730: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-730
- Surface temperature
- 5,620 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 1.05 M☉
- Radius
- 1.41 R☉
- Age
- 9.5 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of Kepler-730: 1.011–2.393 AU (conservative: 1.281–2.269 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-730 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-730 b | Hot Jupiter | 6.5 d | 12.33 R⊕ | 0.07 | 2016 |
| Kepler-730 c | Lava World | 2.9 d | 1.57 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2018 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-730 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-730 c, followed in 2018.
- 2016 — Kepler-730 b (Transit)
- 2018 — Kepler-730 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-730
How many planets does Kepler-730 have?
Kepler-730 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-730 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-730 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-730?
Kepler-730 is about 6,311 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.
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