The Kepler-113 System
Kepler-113 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 856 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-113
Kepler-113: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-113
- Surface temperature
- 4,725 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.75 M☉
- Radius
- 0.69 R☉
- Age
- 6.9 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of Kepler-113: 0.366–0.895 AU (conservative: 0.463–0.848 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-113 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-113 b | Super Earth | 4.8 d | 1.82 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2014 |
| Kepler-113 c | Super Earth | 8.9 d | 2.18 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-113 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-113 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-113 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-113
How many planets does Kepler-113 have?
Kepler-113 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-113 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-113 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-113?
Kepler-113 is about 856 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.
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