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K2-36 b

World type: eyeball
Discovery method: Transit
Discovery year: 2016
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K2-36 b is a sizzling hot exoplanet orbiting the star K2-36, discovered in 2016 thanks to the keen eyes of the Kepler space telescope's CCD array. This little world makes its swift rounds via the transit method, as it occasionally dims its star’s light by passing in front. K2-36 b is a tightly packed planet, hugging its parent star closely and boasting a scorching environment that would challenge even the hardiest space traveler. While it’s not the kind of place for a leisurely stroll, K2-36 b offers scientists valuable clues about planet formation and the wild diversity of worlds beyond our solar system. Ready for a cosmic adventure? K2-36 b’s fiery charm definitely ignites the imagination!