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Kepler-1423 b

World type: sub_neptune
Discovery method: Transit
Discovery year: 2016
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Kepler-1423 b orbits the star Kepler-1423 far out in the Kepler constellation, discovered back in 2016 by the keen eye of the Kepler Space Telescope using its trusty CCD array. This exoplanet was spotted as it played a cosmic game of peek-a-boo, passing in front of its star and causing tiny dips in brightness that revealed its presence. While details about its size and exact nature remain a bit of a mystery, Kepler-1423 b invites curiosity about the diverse worlds lurking beyond our solar system. It's a fantastic reminder of how space explorers use clever methods to uncover new planets, turning the invisible into the known with a dash of cosmic detective work!