Meet HD 86226 c, a fascinating world discovered in 2020 with the sharp eyes of the Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite, or TESS. This exoplanet orbits the star HD 86226 and was spotted thanks to the subtle dimming it causes as it passes in front of its sun, a method known as transit detection. While it doesn’t yet have a proper name, HD 86226 c sparks curiosity with its mysterious allure. Floating in the vastness of space, this planet was uncovered by the Space-based TESS CCD Array, a high-tech instrument designed to scan the skies for distant worlds. Though details like its exact distance from Earth remain a secret, HD 86226 c reminds us how much there is to explore beyond our solar system!
