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Kepler-45 b

World type: gas_giant
Discovery method: Transit
Discovery year: 2011
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Kepler-45 b is a charming little exoplanet discovered in 2011, orbiting the star Kepler-45 far out in space. Found using the transit method with the trusty Kepler space telescope's amazing CCD array, this planet makes a cosmic cameo whenever it passes in front of its star, giving us a nifty glimpse into its world. Though it doesn’t have a fancy proper name, Kepler-45 b’s discovery added a bright star to the growing family of exoplanets known to us. Imagine a place light-years away where days end in a blink as it orbits close to its host star, making it a sizzling neighborhood for sure. It’s a fantastic reminder of the incredible diversity hiding out there in the galaxy!