The K2-24 System
K2-24 is a planetary system in the constellation Scorpius hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 556 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of K2-24
K2-24: Star and Habitable Zone
K2-24
- Surface temperature
- 5,625 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 1.07 M☉
- Radius
- 1.16 R☉
Habitable zone of K2-24: 0.833–1.970 AU (conservative: 1.055–1.868 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the K2-24 System
Discovery History
The first planet found here, K2-24 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method.
Frequently Asked Questions About K2-24
How many planets does K2-24 have?
K2-24 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the K2-24 system habitable?
None of the known planets in K2-24 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is K2-24?
K2-24 is about 556 light-years from Earth in the constellation Scorpius.
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