Glossary · Astronomical phenomena
Transit (exoplanet)
The passage of an exoplanet in front of its star, causing a slight detectable dip in brightness. Transit spectroscopy analyzes the exoplanet atmosphere during the passage. Detection method used by space telescopes.
Definition
The passage of an exoplanet in front of its star, causing a slight detectable dip in brightness. Transit spectroscopy analyzes the exoplanet atmosphere during the passage. Detection method used by space telescopes.