The KIC 5437945 System
KIC 5437945 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 4,155 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of KIC 5437945
KIC 5437945: Star and Habitable Zone
KIC 5437945
- Surface temperature
- 6,340 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 1.07 M☉
- Radius
- 1.24 R☉
Habitable zone of KIC 5437945: 1.083–2.520 AU (conservative: 1.372–2.389 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the KIC 5437945 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KIC 5437945 b | Cold Gas Giant | 441 d | 6.40 R⊕ | 0.36 | 2015 |
| Kepler-460 c | Neptune-like | 220 d | 5.52 R⊕ | 0.26 | 2016 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, KIC 5437945 b, was discovered in 2015 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-460 c, followed in 2016.
- 2015 — KIC 5437945 b (Transit)
- 2016 — Kepler-460 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About KIC 5437945
How many planets does KIC 5437945 have?
KIC 5437945 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the KIC 5437945 system habitable?
None of the known planets in KIC 5437945 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is KIC 5437945?
KIC 5437945 is about 4,155 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.
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