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Kepler-42 d is a sub_neptune exoplanet discovered in 2011
using the Transit method at Kepler. The 0.95 m Kepler Telescope
was employed with the instruments of the Kepler CCD Array.
Kepler-42 d
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Discovery Details
World type: sub_neptune
Discovery method: Transit
Discovery year: 2011
Facility: Kepler
Instrument: Kepler CCD Array
Telescope: 0.95 m Kepler Telescope
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Kepler-42 d is a tiny, intriguing world circling the diminutive red dwarf star Kepler-42, a cozy cosmic neighborhood far beyond our solar system. Discovered in 2011 thanks to the Kepler Space Telescope's watchful eye, it was spotted as it waltzed across its star, causing a gentle dip in starlight. This planet is part of a compact trio, all snugly hugging their cool star much closer than Earth orbits our Sun. Though it’s small and likely rocky, Kepler-42 d offers a fascinating glimpse into the diversity of planets out there, especially around stars much smaller than ours. It’s a charming reminder that the universe is full of varied and unexpected worlds, each with their own unique cosmic tales.
