The K2-80 System
K2-80 is a planetary system in the constellation Taurus hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 655 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of K2-80
K2-80: Star and Habitable Zone
K2-80
- Surface temperature
- 5,377 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.91 M☉
- Radius
- 0.84 R☉
Habitable zone of K2-80: 0.560–1.335 AU (conservative: 0.709–1.265 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the K2-80 System
Discovery History
The first planet found here, K2-80 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method. The most recent addition, K2-80 d, followed in 2018.
Frequently Asked Questions About K2-80
How many planets does K2-80 have?
K2-80 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the K2-80 system habitable?
None of the known planets in K2-80 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is K2-80?
K2-80 is about 655 light-years from Earth in the constellation Taurus.
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