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K2-86 b is a sub_neptune 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.
K2-86 b
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Discovery Details
World type: sub_neptune
Discovery method: Transit
Discovery year: 2016
Facility: K2
Instrument: Kepler CCD Array
Telescope: 0.95 m Kepler Telescope
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K2-86 b is a charming little world orbiting the star K2-86, discovered back in 2016 thanks to the sharp eyes of the Kepler Space Telescope’s CCD Array. This exoplanet revealed itself as it gracefully transited across its star, causing a tiny dip in brightness that sprinkled excitement among astronomers. Nestled in the constellation observed by the K2 mission, K2-86 b offers a captivating glimpse into the diversity of planets beyond our solar system. While it may not boast a fancy official name, this planet’s discovery highlights the power of space-based observation in unveiling hidden cosmic gems. K2-86 b invites stargazers and space enthusiasts alike to dream about its distant skies and the mysteries it holds.
