The K2-165 System
K2-165 is a planetary system in the constellation Virgo hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 439 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of K2-165
K2-165: Star and Habitable Zone
K2-165
- Surface temperature
- 5,185 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.83 M☉
- Radius
- 0.80 R☉
Habitable zone of K2-165: 0.502–1.206 AU (conservative: 0.636–1.143 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the K2-165 System
Discovery History
The first planet found here, K2-165 b, was discovered in 2018 using the transit method.
Frequently Asked Questions About K2-165
How many planets does K2-165 have?
K2-165 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the K2-165 system habitable?
None of the known planets in K2-165 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is K2-165?
K2-165 is about 439 light-years from Earth in the constellation Virgo.
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