The Kepler-163 System
Kepler-163 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 2,250 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-163
Kepler-163: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-163
- Surface temperature
- 5,776 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.92 R☉
Habitable zone of Kepler-163: 0.688–1.620 AU (conservative: 0.871–1.536 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-163 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-163 b | Terrestrial | 7.8 d | 1.05 R⊕ | 0.30 | 2014 |
| Kepler-163 c | Mini Neptune | 21 d | 2.26 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-163 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-163 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-163 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-163
How many planets does Kepler-163 have?
Kepler-163 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-163 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-163 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-163?
Kepler-163 is about 2,250 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.
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