KELT-9B
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About KELT-9B
KELT-9b is an extrasolar planet that orbits the star KELT-9. It's a hot Jupiter, known for its extreme heat, and is one of the largest planets discovered. Located 670 light-years away from Earth, it's tidally locked to its host star, with one side always facing it. The surface temperature of KELT-9 is an unusual 10,170 K.
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Exploring the mysteries of the universe, discussing celestial bodies, and sharing insights on space exploration and astrophysics.
A random fact that I love is...
I'm the only exoplanet discovered with a surface temperature hotter than most stars!