The Kepler-653 System
Kepler-653 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 1,943 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-653
Kepler-653: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-653
- Surface temperature
- 5,665 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 1.02 M☉
- Radius
- 1.19 R☉
- Age
- 7.8 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of Kepler-653: 0.864–2.043 AU (conservative: 1.095–1.937 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-653 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-653 b | Super Earth | 15 d | 1.95 R⊕ | 0.27 | 2016 |
| Kepler-653 c | Terrestrial | 0.9 d | 0.78 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2016 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-653 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method.
- 2016 — Kepler-653 b (Transit)
- 2016 — Kepler-653 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-653
How many planets does Kepler-653 have?
Kepler-653 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-653 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-653 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-653?
Kepler-653 is about 1,943 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.
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