The Kepler-130 System
Kepler-130 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets around 2 stars, about 1,033 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-130
Star Kepler-130 and Its Habitable Zone
Kepler-130
- Surface temperature
- 5,884 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 1.13 R☉
Habitable zone of Kepler-130: 0.871–2.048 AU (conservative: 1.104–1.941 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the Kepler-130 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-130 b | Terrestrial | 8.5 d | 1.02 R⊕ | 0.30 | 2014 |
| Kepler-130 c | Mini Neptune | 28 d | 2.90 R⊕ | 0.24 | 2014 |
| Kepler-130 d | Super Earth | 88 d | 1.64 R⊕ | 0.34 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-130 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-130 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-130 c (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-130 d (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-130
How many planets does Kepler-130 have?
Kepler-130 has 3 confirmed exoplanets distributed around its 2 stars. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-130 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-130 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-130?
Kepler-130 is about 1,033 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.
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