The K2-83 System
2 planets
Taurus
K2-83 is a planetary system in the constellation Taurus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 409 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of K2-83
K2-83: Star and Habitable Zone
K2-83
- Surface temperature
- 3,910 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.48 M☉
- Radius
- 0.42 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of K2-83: 0.158–0.401 AU (conservative: 0.200–0.380 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the K2-83 System
Discovery History
The first planet found here, K2-83 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method.
Frequently Asked Questions About K2-83
How many planets does K2-83 have?
K2-83 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the K2-83 system habitable?
None of the known planets in K2-83 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is K2-83?
K2-83 is about 409 light-years from Earth in the constellation Taurus.