The K2-35 System
2 planets
Leo
K2-35 is a planetary system in the constellation Leo hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 824 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of K2-35
K2-35: Star and Habitable Zone
K2-35
- Surface temperature
- 4,403 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.70 M☉
- Radius
- 0.62 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of K2-35: 0.289–0.716 AU (conservative: 0.366–0.679 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the K2-35 System
Discovery History
The first planet found here, K2-35 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method.
Frequently Asked Questions About K2-35
How many planets does K2-35 have?
K2-35 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the K2-35 system habitable?
None of the known planets in K2-35 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is K2-35?
K2-35 is about 824 light-years from Earth in the constellation Leo.