Definition

A scientist who studies the chemical composition and processes of the Earth and its rocks, minerals, and fluids.

Example

The geochemist analyzed soil samples to understand the effects of pollution.

Conversation

I recently met a geochemist who studies volcanic rocks.

That sounds fascinating! What does she do exactly?

She analyzes the chemical composition to understand how they formed.

Wow, I didn't know a geochemist could learn so much from rocks!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Geochemist → It is formed from "geo-" (from Greek "gē", meaning earth) and "chemist" (from Greek "khēmia", meaning the art of transmuting metals). A geochemist is someone who studies the chemical composition and processes of the Earth.

Memory Tip

Think of 'geo' meaning 'earth' and 'chemist' as someone who studies substances — a geochemist studies the chemicals found in the Earth.

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