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Kepler-460 c

World type: sub_neptune
Discovery method: Transit
Discovery year: 2016
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Kepler-460 c is an intriguing exoplanet orbiting the star KIC 5437945, discovered back in 2016 by the vigilant Kepler Space Telescope using the transit method. This means it was spotted as it gracefully crossed in front of its host star, causing a tiny dip in starlight that said, "Hey, I'm here!" While it doesn’t have a catchy proper name yet, it’s part of an exciting cosmic neighborhood far beyond our solar system, silently orbiting in the vastness of space. Kepler-460 c's discovery showcases the remarkable ability of the Kepler CCD Array to find distant worlds, reminding us of how much there is still to explore beyond the sparkling stars we see at night. It’s a wonderful piece of the universe’s grand puzzle!