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HD 109749 b

World type: sub_neptune
Discovery method: Radial Velocity
Discovery year: 2005
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Meet HD 109749 b, a charming exoplanet orbiting the star HD 109749, discovered back in 2005 using the clever radial velocity method. This little world was detected with the help of the HIRES Spectrometer at the renowned W. M. Keck Observatory, perched atop Mauna Kea. HD 109749 b is a prime example of how astronomers can unveil distant planets by observing the subtle wobbles they induce in their host stars. Though it doesn't yet have a fancy proper name, this planet adds to the exciting tapestry of worlds beyond our solar system, reminding us how much there still is to explore in the vast cosmic ocean. If you love celestial mysteries, HD 109749 b is a playful tease of what's out there!