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HD 191939 c

World type: sub_neptune
Discovery method: Transit
Discovery year: 2020
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HD 191939 c is a charming world orbiting the star HD 191939, discovered in 2020 thanks to the keen eyes of the Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS). This planet was spotted as it gracefully passed in front of its star, dimming the light just enough for TESS’s clever CCD array to notice. While it keeps some of its secrets close, HD 191939 c belongs to a fascinating system where multiple planets dance around their sun, making it an exciting target for astronomers eager to learn more about distant worlds. It’s a stellar example of how space-based telescopes help us uncover the cosmic neighborhood beyond our solar system, sparking our imagination about life and adventure light-years away!