Meet LHS 3844 b, a sizzling exoplanet orbiting the small, cool star LHS 3844, discovered in 2019 by the watchful eyes of NASA's Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS). This fiery world, spotted using the transit method, is a rocky planet scorched by its close proximity to its star, making it an extreme example of a hot, barren landscape. Unlike Earth’s welcoming atmosphere, LHS 3844 b likely lacks a thick air blanket, leaving its surface exposed to stellar rays and creating a world of blazing days and freezing nights. While it’s a bit too toasty for comfort, this planet gives us a fascinating glimpse into the diversity of rocky planets beyond our solar system. Hop aboard your imagination and explore the wild extremes of LHS 3844 b!
