The KIC 9663113 System
KIC 9663113 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 5,201 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of KIC 9663113
KIC 9663113: Star and Habitable Zone
KIC 9663113
- Surface temperature
- 6,117 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 1.15 M☉
- Radius
- 2.22 R☉
- Luminosity
- 6.1930 L☉
Habitable zone of KIC 9663113: 1.829–4.276 AU (conservative: 2.317–4.054 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the KIC 9663113 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KIC 9663113 b | Neptune-like | 572 d | 4.60 R⊕ | 0.42 | 2015 |
| Kepler-458 c | Neptune-like | 21 d | 4.20 R⊕ | 0.17 | 2016 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, KIC 9663113 b, was discovered in 2015 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-458 c, followed in 2016.
- 2015 — KIC 9663113 b (Transit)
- 2016 — Kepler-458 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About KIC 9663113
How many planets does KIC 9663113 have?
KIC 9663113 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the KIC 9663113 system habitable?
None of the known planets in KIC 9663113 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is KIC 9663113?
KIC 9663113 is about 5,201 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.
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