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K2-115 b

World type: gas_giant
Discovery method: Transit
Discovery year: 2017
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Meet K2-115 b, a fascinating exoplanet orbiting the star K2-115, discovered in 2017 thanks to the vigilant eye of the Kepler Space Telescope’s CCD array. This world was spotted using the transit method, where the planet casually dips in front of its star, giving astronomers a cosmic wink. Nestled in the K2 mission’s stellar neighborhood, K2-115 b invites curiosity about its atmosphere and environment, though it keeps its exact distance from Earth a bit of a mystery. While it might not have a catchy nickname yet, K2-115 b certainly holds its own as a celestial traveler in the vast expanse beyond our solar system, showcasing the wonders waiting to be found among the stars!