The Kepler-131 System
Kepler-131 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 746 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-131
Kepler-131: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-131
- Surface temperature
- 5,685 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 1.02 M☉
- Radius
- 1.03 R☉
- Age
- 3.7 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of Kepler-131: 0.752–1.777 AU (conservative: 0.953–1.685 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-131 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-131 b | Super Earth | 16 d | 2.41 R⊕ | 0.25 | 2014 |
| Kepler-131 c | Terrestrial | 26 d | 0.84 R⊕ | 0.33 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-131 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-131 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-131 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-131
How many planets does Kepler-131 have?
Kepler-131 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-131 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-131 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-131?
Kepler-131 is about 746 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.
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