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HD 109271 c

World type: sub_neptune
Discovery method: Radial Velocity
Discovery year: 2013
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HD 109271 c is an intriguing exoplanet orbiting the star HD 109271, discovered in 2013 using the radial velocity method at the renowned La Silla Observatory in Chile, with the help of the HARPS spectrograph. This clever technique involves detecting the subtle wobble of its host star caused by the planet's gravitational tug, a cosmic dance that reveals the planet's presence from afar. While HD 109271 c's exact distance from Earth isn’t widely noted, its discovery adds a thrilling chapter to our ever-growing catalogue of distant worlds. Imagine a planet quietly circling its star, tucked away in the southern skies, inviting astronomers to uncover its secrets with every new observation. It's a delightful reminder of the vast, mysterious universe just beyond our reach.