The Kepler-1093 System
2 planets
Lyra
Kepler-1093 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 3,499 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-1093
Kepler-1093: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-1093
- Surface temperature
- 6,166 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 1.13 M☉
- Radius
- 1.20 R☉
- Age
- 3.0 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-1093: 1.002–2.339 AU (conservative: 1.269–2.217 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-1093 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-1093 b | Super Earth | 25 d | 1.95 R⊕ | 0.27 | 2016 |
| Kepler-1093 c | Super Earth | 90 d | 1.96 R⊕ | 0.32 | 2016 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-1093 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method.
- 2016 — Kepler-1093 b (Transit)
- 2016 — Kepler-1093 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-1093
How many planets does Kepler-1093 have?
Kepler-1093 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-1093 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-1093 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-1093?
Kepler-1093 is about 3,499 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.