The K2-90 System
K2-90 is a planetary system in the constellation Taurus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 438 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of K2-90
K2-90: Star and Habitable Zone
K2-90
- Surface temperature
- 4,484 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.63 M☉
- Radius
- 0.62 R☉
Habitable zone of K2-90: 0.298–0.737 AU (conservative: 0.378–0.699 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the K2-90 System
Discovery History
The first planet found here, K2-90 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method.
Frequently Asked Questions About K2-90
How many planets does K2-90 have?
K2-90 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the K2-90 system habitable?
None of the known planets in K2-90 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is K2-90?
K2-90 is about 438 light-years from Earth in the constellation Taurus.
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