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WASP-156 b

World type: gas_giant
Discovery method: Transit
Discovery year: 2017
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WASP-156 b is a fascinating exoplanet orbiting the star WASP-156, discovered back in 2017 thanks to the clever transit method using SuperWASP’s ground-based observatory and the precise iKon-L CCD Camera. This distant world is one of those intriguing "hot" planets, snuggling close to its star, likely boasting temperatures that would make even the hardiest Earthling sweat. While it keeps a tight orbit, it offers astronomers a sparkling glimpse into the diverse family of exoplanets beyond our solar system. Although it doesn’t have a poetic proper name yet, WASP-156 b stands out as a testament to the power of modern ground-based telescopes, making the vast cosmic neighborhood a little more familiar and endlessly more exciting.