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K2-58 d is a water_world exoplanet discovered in 2016 using the Transit method at K2. The 0.95 m Kepler Telescope was employed with the instruments of the Kepler CCD Array.

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K2-58 d

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Discovery Details

World type: water_world
Discovery method: Transit
Discovery year: 2016
Facility: K2
Instrument: Kepler CCD Array
Telescope: 0.95 m Kepler Telescope
K2-58 d is a fascinating exoplanet orbiting the star K2-58, discovered back in 2016 thanks to the watchful eyes of the Kepler spacecraft and its trusty CCD array. This distant world was spotted using the transit method, where it momentarily dims its star's light as it passes by, like a cosmic wink from afar. Nestled in the region explored by the K2 mission, K2-58 d invites us to ponder the vast diversity of planetary systems beyond our own. While it may not have an official proper name yet, this intriguing planet is a shining example of the exciting discoveries happening in our galaxy, teasing astronomers with its secrets and sparking imaginations everywhere.