The Kepler-202 System
2 planets
Lyra
Kepler-202 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 930 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-202
Kepler-202: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-202
- Surface temperature
- 4,668 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.67 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-202: 0.346–0.848 AU (conservative: 0.438–0.804 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-202 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-202 b | Super Earth | 4.1 d | 1.63 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2014 |
| Kepler-202 c | Super Earth | 16 d | 1.85 R⊕ | 0.33 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-202 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-202 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-202 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-202
How many planets does Kepler-202 have?
Kepler-202 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-202 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-202 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-202?
Kepler-202 is about 930 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.