Meet K2-14 b, a lively exoplanet orbiting the star K2-14, discovered back in 2015 by the space-based Kepler telescope using its clever CCD array. This planet was spotted as it playfully crossed in front of its star, a method astronomers call the "transit" technique. K2-14 b is part of the K2 mission’s stellar cast, located in a distant corner of our galaxy. While it's far from a quiet neighbor, with a close orbit that likely means scorching days and rapid years, it’s a thrilling world for space explorers and stargazers alike. Though we don’t have a fancy proper name for it yet, K2-14 b’s discovery adds a sparkling gem to our cosmic collection of alien worlds.
