The K2-59 System
K2-59 is a planetary system in the constellation Aquarius hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 1,015 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of K2-59
K2-59: Star and Habitable Zone
K2-59
- Surface temperature
- 5,055 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.77 M☉
- Radius
- 0.73 R☉
Habitable zone of K2-59: 0.437–1.054 AU (conservative: 0.554–1.000 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the K2-59 System
Discovery History
The first planet found here, K2-59 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method.
Frequently Asked Questions About K2-59
How many planets does K2-59 have?
K2-59 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the K2-59 system habitable?
None of the known planets in K2-59 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is K2-59?
K2-59 is about 1,015 light-years from Earth in the constellation Aquarius.
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