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K2-338 b

World type: rocky
Discovery method: Transit
Discovery year: 2021
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K2-338 b is a fascinating exoplanet orbiting the star K2-338, discovered in 2021 through the clever transit method by the space-based Kepler telescope's trusty CCD array. This little world quietly orbits its star in the vast expanse of the K2 region, inviting us to wonder about its atmosphere and surface, though details remain a mystery. While it’s not yet famous enough for a proper name, K2-338 b represents one of many exciting finds that help astronomers piece together the puzzle of planetary systems beyond our own. It’s a reminder of how space exploration keeps expanding our horizons, one tiny, twinkling world at a time—waiting patiently for future explorers to uncover its secrets.