The Kepler-100 System
4 planets
Lyra
Kepler-100 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 4 confirmed exoplanets, about 994 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-100
Planets without a measured radius are not shown.
Kepler-100: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-100
- Mass
- 1.10 M☉
All 4 Planets in the Kepler-100 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-100 b | Super Earth | 6.9 d | 1.34 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2014 |
| Kepler-100 c | Super Earth | 13 d | 2.20 R⊕ | 0.25 | 2014 |
| Kepler-100 d | Super Earth | 35 d | 1.61 R⊕ | 0.30 | 2014 |
| Kepler-100 e | Neptune-like | 61 d | — | 0.19 | 2023 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-100 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-100 e, followed in 2023.
- 2014 — Kepler-100 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-100 c (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-100 d (Transit)
- 2023 — Kepler-100 e (Radial Velocity)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-100
How many planets does Kepler-100 have?
Kepler-100 has 4 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-100 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-100 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-100?
Kepler-100 is about 994 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.
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