The Kepler-93 System
Kepler-93 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 313 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-93
Planets without a measured radius are not shown.
Kepler-93: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-93
- Surface temperature
- 5,669 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.91 M☉
- Radius
- 0.92 R☉
- Age
- 5.1 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of Kepler-93: 0.669–1.581 AU (conservative: 0.847–1.499 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-93 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-93 b | Super Earth | 4.7 d | 1.48 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2014 |
| Kepler-93 c | Cold Gas Giant | 1,460 d | — | 0.19 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-93 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-93 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-93 c (Radial Velocity)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-93
How many planets does Kepler-93 have?
Kepler-93 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-93 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-93 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-93?
Kepler-93 is about 313 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.
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