The Kepler-1693 System
Kepler-1693 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 2,479 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-1693
Kepler-1693: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-1693
- Surface temperature
- 5,432 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.95 M☉
- Radius
- 0.88 R☉
- Luminosity
- 0.6052 L☉
Habitable zone of Kepler-1693: 0.596–1.418 AU (conservative: 0.755–1.344 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-1693 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-1693 b | Super Earth | 12 d | 1.29 R⊕ | 0.31 | 2020 |
| Kepler-1693 c | Terrestrial | 5.4 d | 0.98 R⊕ | 0.30 | 2021 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-1693 b, was discovered in 2020 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-1693 c, followed in 2021.
- 2020 — Kepler-1693 b (Transit)
- 2021 — Kepler-1693 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-1693
How many planets does Kepler-1693 have?
Kepler-1693 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-1693 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-1693 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-1693?
Kepler-1693 is about 2,479 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.
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