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K2-226 b

World type: water_world
Discovery method: Transit
Discovery year: 2018
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K2-226 b is a fascinating exoplanet orbiting the star K2-226, discovered in 2018 using the trusty Kepler Space Telescope's CCD array. This little world was spotted by catching the subtle dip in its star’s light as it passed in front—a clever trick known as the transit method. Although we don’t have precise details on its size or distance from Earth, K2-226 b is part of the exciting K2 mission discoveries, which have expanded our cosmic neighborhood in playful ways. Imagine a planet dancing closely around its star, quietly adding a chapter to the story of worlds beyond our solar system. It’s a reminder that even tiny flickers of light can reveal entire new planets waiting to be explored!