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HD 48948 c

World type: sub_neptune
Discovery method: Radial Velocity
Discovery year: 2024
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HD 48948 c is a freshly discovered exoplanet orbiting the star HD 48948, unveiled in 2024 thanks to the sharp eyes of the HARPS-N Spectrograph stationed at the Roque de los Muchachos Observatory. This distant world was spotted through the clever technique of radial velocity, which means it was found by observing the subtle wobble its star makes as the planet tugs on it. While details about its size and surface remain a mystery waiting to be uncovered, HD 48948 c invites curiosity as a new member of our growing family of known exoplanets. Located far beyond our solar system, it serves as a reminder of the vast, unexplored cosmos teeming with intriguing worlds just waiting for discovery.