The Kepler-200 System
2 planets
Lyra
Kepler-200 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 2,172 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-200
Kepler-200: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-200
- Surface temperature
- 5,678 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.94 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-200: 0.688–1.626 AU (conservative: 0.872–1.541 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-200 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-200 b | Mini Neptune | 8.6 d | 2.13 R⊕ | 0.26 | 2014 |
| Kepler-200 c | Super Earth | 10 d | 1.59 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-200 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-200 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-200 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-200
How many planets does Kepler-200 have?
Kepler-200 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-200 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-200 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-200?
Kepler-200 is about 2,172 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.