The Kepler-913 System
2 planets
Cygnus
Kepler-913 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 3,234 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-913
Kepler-913: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-913
- Surface temperature
- 4,687 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.63 M☉
- Radius
- 0.61 R☉
- Age
- 5.6 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-913: 0.319–0.781 AU (conservative: 0.404–0.740 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-913 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-913 b | Mini Neptune | 10 d | 2.06 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2016 |
| Kepler-913 c | Sub Neptune | 5.9 d | 3.86 R⊕ | 0.19 | 2021 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-913 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-913 c, followed in 2021.
- 2016 — Kepler-913 b (Transit)
- 2021 — Kepler-913 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-913
How many planets does Kepler-913 have?
Kepler-913 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-913 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-913 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-913?
Kepler-913 is about 3,234 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.