The K2-185 System
K2-185 is a planetary system in the constellation Cancer hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 875 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of K2-185
K2-185: Star and Habitable Zone
K2-185
- Surface temperature
- 5,788 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.96 M☉
- Radius
- 0.94 R☉
Habitable zone of K2-185: 0.707–1.666 AU (conservative: 0.896–1.580 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the K2-185 System
Discovery History
The first planet found here, K2-185 b, was discovered in 2018 using the transit method.
Frequently Asked Questions About K2-185
How many planets does K2-185 have?
K2-185 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the K2-185 system habitable?
None of the known planets in K2-185 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is K2-185?
K2-185 is about 875 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cancer.
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