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K2-192 b

World type: water_world
Discovery method: Transit
Discovery year: 2018
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K2-192 b is a fascinating exoplanet orbiting the star K2-192, discovered back in 2018 using the trusty Kepler CCD Array aboard the K2 space mission. This distant world reveals itself by cleverly passing in front of its star, causing a tiny dip in starlight that astronomers love to spot. While it doesn't yet boast a snazzy proper name, K2-192 b still captures the imagination as a shimmering dot far beyond our solar system. Its discovery via the transit method highlights the power of space telescopes in unveiling new worlds, lighting the path for future explorations of the cosmos. Though its exact features remain a mystery, K2-192 b is a captivating example of the thriving diversity of planets out there!