The Kepler-763 System
Kepler-763 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 3,139 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-763
Kepler-763: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-763
- Surface temperature
- 4,999 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.80 M☉
- Radius
- 0.84 R☉
Habitable zone of Kepler-763: 0.494–1.195 AU (conservative: 0.626–1.133 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the Kepler-763 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-763 b | Terrestrial | 1.2 d | 1.22 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2016 |
| Kepler-763 c | Super Earth | 4.1 d | 1.42 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2023 |
| Kepler-763 d | Super Earth | 6.5 d | 1.67 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2023 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-763 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-763 d, followed in 2023.
- 2016 — Kepler-763 b (Transit)
- 2023 — Kepler-763 c (Transit)
- 2023 — Kepler-763 d (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-763
How many planets does Kepler-763 have?
Kepler-763 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-763 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-763 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-763?
Kepler-763 is about 3,139 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.
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