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K2-158 c is a rocky exoplanet discovered in 2018 using the Transit method at K2. The 0.95 m Kepler Telescope was employed with the instruments of the Kepler CCD Array.

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K2-158 c

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Discovery Details

World type: rocky
Discovery method: Transit
Discovery year: 2018
Facility: K2
Instrument: Kepler CCD Array
Telescope: 0.95 m Kepler Telescope
K2-158 c is an intriguing exoplanet orbiting the star K2-158, discovered back in 2018 thanks to the keen eyes of the Kepler Space Telescope’s CCD Array using the transit method. This means astronomers spotted the tiny dip in starlight as the planet gracefully crossed in front of its star from our point of view. K2-158 c resides in the fascinating realm captured by the K2 mission, an extended chapter in the legendary Kepler saga. While the exact details about its size and atmosphere remain a cosmic mystery, K2-158 c represents the exciting frontier of planetary exploration, reminding us how diverse and surprising worlds beyond our solar system can be. It’s a shining gem in the starry treasure chest of the galaxy!