geochemistry
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /ˌdʒiːoʊˈkɛmɪstri/
KK: /dʒiːoʊˈkɛmɪstri/
noun
Definition
The study of the chemical composition and changes in the solid materials of the Earth or other celestial bodies.
Example
Geochemistry helps us understand the processes that shape our planet's surface.
Conversation
Have you ever taken a class on geochemistry?
No, but I've heard it's really interesting!
Yeah, it covers how the earth's materials change over time.
That sounds fascinating! I might look into it.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
geochemistry
geology
chemistry
Antonyms
biochemistry
physics
astronomy
Root Explanation
Geochemistry → It is formed from "geo-" (from Greek "gē", meaning earth) and "chemistry" (from Greek "khēmia", meaning the art of transmuting metals). The word "geochemistry" refers to the study of the chemical composition and processes of the Earth.
Memory Tip
Think of 'geo-' meaning 'earth' and 'chemistry' as the study of substances — geochemistry is all about studying the chemicals that make up the Earth.
Visually Confused Words
biogeochemistry
magnetochemistry
chemistry
piezochemistry
petrochemistry
neurochemistry
zoochemistry
biochemistry