The Kepler-164 System
Kepler-164 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 4 confirmed exoplanets, about 2,905 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-164
Kepler-164: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-164
- Surface temperature
- 5,888 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 1.15 R☉
Habitable zone of Kepler-164: 0.889–2.088 AU (conservative: 1.126–1.980 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 4 Planets in the Kepler-164 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-164 b | Super Earth | 5.0 d | 1.41 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2014 |
| Kepler-164 c | Mini Neptune | 11 d | 2.73 R⊕ | 0.23 | 2014 |
| Kepler-164 d | Mini Neptune | 29 d | 2.45 R⊕ | 0.27 | 2014 |
| Kepler-164 e | Neptune-like | 95 d | 4.24 R⊕ | 0.30 | 2023 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-164 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-164 e, followed in 2023.
- 2014 — Kepler-164 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-164 c (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-164 d (Transit)
- 2023 — Kepler-164 e (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-164
How many planets does Kepler-164 have?
Kepler-164 has 4 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-164 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-164 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-164?
Kepler-164 is about 2,905 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.
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