K2-268 is an orange K-type dwarf (about 0.84 solar masses, 5,106 K, 0.78 solar radii), 328 light-years from Earth. The system hosts 2 confirmed planets on orbits ranging from 2.2 days to 26.3 days. With 2 confirmed worlds, K2-268 is a compact system whose resonances, spacing, and formation history are active research topics. Mutual gravitational tugs between the planets can slowly reshape their orbits, preserving clues to the system's assembly. At 1.5 Earth radii, K2-268 b is a compact world comparable in size to rocky planets in our Solar System.

K2-268 - System

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