The K2-285 System
K2-285 is a planetary system in the constellation Pisces hosting 4 confirmed exoplanets, about 505 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of K2-285
K2-285: Star and Habitable Zone
K2-285
- Spectral type
- K2 V
- Surface temperature
- 4,975 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.83 M☉
- Radius
- 0.79 R☉
Habitable zone of K2-285: 0.458–1.107 AU (conservative: 0.580–1.050 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 4 Planets in the K2-285 System
Discovery History
The first planet found here, K2-285 b, was discovered in 2018 using the transit method.
Frequently Asked Questions About K2-285
How many planets does K2-285 have?
K2-285 has 4 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the K2-285 system habitable?
None of the known planets in K2-285 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is K2-285?
K2-285 is about 505 light-years from Earth in the constellation Pisces.
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