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Kepler-1293 b

World type: water_world
Discovery method: Transit
Discovery year: 2016
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Kepler-1293 b is an intriguing exoplanet orbiting the star Kepler-1293, discovered back in 2016 thanks to the keen eye of the Kepler Space Telescope's CCD Array. This world revealed itself through the transit method, which means it was spotted by the tiny dip in its star’s brightness as it passed in front. While details about its exact size and composition are still a mystery, planets like Kepler-1293 b often spark curiosity about the diverse worlds lurking beyond our solar system. Nestled somewhere out in the vast Kepler field, it's a distant cosmic neighbor inviting us to dream about the endless variety of planets that orbit stars far from our own Sun. Exploring such planets helps us understand the universe’s extraordinary planetary tapestry!