The K2-37 System
K2-37 is a planetary system in the constellation Scorpius hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 587 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of K2-37
K2-37: Star and Habitable Zone
K2-37
- Surface temperature
- 5,352 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.84 M☉
- Radius
- 0.81 R☉
Habitable zone of K2-37: 0.534–1.274 AU (conservative: 0.676–1.208 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the K2-37 System
Discovery History
The first planet found here, K2-37 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method.
Frequently Asked Questions About K2-37
How many planets does K2-37 have?
K2-37 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the K2-37 system habitable?
None of the known planets in K2-37 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is K2-37?
K2-37 is about 587 light-years from Earth in the constellation Scorpius.
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