Definition

A scientist who studies the chemical properties and reactions of radioactive substances.

Example

The radiochemist conducted experiments to understand how radioactive materials behave in different environments.

Conversation

Have you ever met a radiochemist before?

No, I haven't! What do they do exactly?

They work with radioactive materials and study their chemical properties.

That sounds fascinating! I would love to learn more about it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Radiochemist → It is formed from "radio-" (from Latin *radius*, meaning ray) and "chemist" (from Greek *khēmia*, meaning the art of transmuting metals). The word refers to a chemist who specializes in the study of radioactive substances and their properties, particularly those that emit rays.

Memory Tip

Think of 'rays' ('radio-') and the 'art of transmuting' ('chemist') to remember that a radiochemist studies substances that emit rays.

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