The K2-223 System
K2-223 is a planetary system in the constellation Virgo hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 648 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of K2-223
K2-223: Star and Habitable Zone
K2-223
- Surface temperature
- 5,859 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 1.00 R☉
Habitable zone of K2-223: 0.768–1.805 AU (conservative: 0.973–1.712 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the K2-223 System
Discovery History
The first planet found here, K2-223 b, was discovered in 2018 using the transit method.
Frequently Asked Questions About K2-223
How many planets does K2-223 have?
K2-223 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the K2-223 system habitable?
None of the known planets in K2-223 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is K2-223?
K2-223 is about 648 light-years from Earth in the constellation Virgo.
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