The K2-63 System
K2-63 is a planetary system in the constellation Aquarius hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 1,688 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of K2-63
K2-63: Star and Habitable Zone
K2-63
- Surface temperature
- 6,771 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 1.40 M☉
- Radius
- 1.63 R☉
Habitable zone of K2-63: 1.584–3.664 AU (conservative: 2.006–3.474 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the K2-63 System
Discovery History
The first planet found here, K2-63 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method.
Frequently Asked Questions About K2-63
How many planets does K2-63 have?
K2-63 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the K2-63 system habitable?
None of the known planets in K2-63 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is K2-63?
K2-63 is about 1,688 light-years from Earth in the constellation Aquarius.
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