The Kepler-160 System
Kepler-160 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 3,056 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-160
Planets without a measured radius are not shown.
Kepler-160: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-160
- Surface temperature
- 5,471 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 1.12 R☉
- Luminosity
- 1.0100 L☉
Habitable zone of Kepler-160: 0.768–1.825 AU (conservative: 0.973–1.731 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the Kepler-160 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-160 b | Super Earth | 4.3 d | 1.72 R⊕ | 0.27 | 2014 |
| Kepler-160 c | Sub Neptune | 14 d | 3.76 R⊕ | 0.20 | 2014 |
| Kepler-160 d | Cold Gas Giant | 30 d | — | 0.10 | 2020 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-160 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-160 d, followed in 2020.
- 2014 — Kepler-160 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-160 c (Transit)
- 2020 — Kepler-160 d (Transit Timing Variations)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-160
How many planets does Kepler-160 have?
Kepler-160 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-160 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-160 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-160?
Kepler-160 is about 3,056 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.
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