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GJ 3470 b is a sub_neptune exoplanet discovered in 2012 using the Radial Velocity method.

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GJ 3470 b

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Discovery Details

World type: sub_neptune
Discovery method: Radial Velocity
Discovery year: 2012
Facility: La Silla Observatory
Instrument: HARPS Spectrograph
Telescope: 3.6 m ESO Telescope
GJ 3470 b is a fascinating exoplanet orbiting the star GJ 3470, discovered back in 2012 using the clever radial velocity technique at the La Silla Observatory with the HARPS Spectrograph. This intriguing world is a bit of a cosmic chameleon, often described as a "warm Neptune" because it's larger than Earth but smaller than our Solar System’s ice giants, and it orbits quite close to its star. Think of it as a glowing, mysterious neighbor shining in the southern skies, patiently waiting for curious stargazers and astronomers alike to unravel its secrets. It's a reminder of how much we’re still learning about the diverse variety of planets scattered throughout our galaxy!