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K2-49 b

World type: sub_neptune
Discovery method: Transit
Discovery year: 2016
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K2-49 b is an intriguing exoplanet orbiting the star K2-49, discovered in 2016 thanks to the keen eyes of the Kepler Space Telescope's CCD array. This planet revealed itself through the transit method, where it gently dips in front of its star, offering a cosmic wink to astronomers. Nestled in the K2 mission’s field of view, K2-49 b provides a peek into worlds beyond our solar system. While it doesn’t have a catchy nickname yet, it’s definitely a fascinating member of the exoplanet family. Imagine a planet that quietly orbits far, far away, helping us decode the mysteries of distant stars and expand our understanding of the universe — a true space explorer’s delight!