The K2-183 System
K2-183 is a planetary system in the constellation Cancer hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 1,073 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of K2-183
K2-183: Star and Habitable Zone
K2-183
- Surface temperature
- 5,482 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.87 R☉
Habitable zone of K2-183: 0.598–1.421 AU (conservative: 0.757–1.347 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the K2-183 System
Discovery History
The first planet found here, K2-183 b, was discovered in 2018 using the transit method.
Frequently Asked Questions About K2-183
How many planets does K2-183 have?
K2-183 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the K2-183 system habitable?
None of the known planets in K2-183 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is K2-183?
K2-183 is about 1,073 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cancer.
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