geochemistry
/ˌdʒiːoʊˈkɛmɪstri/
noun
- The scientific study of the chemical composition of the Earth and other planets, and the chemical processes that occur in rocks, minerals, and water.
- The study of geochemistry is important for finding new sources of clean drinking water.
- Geochemistry helps us understand how mountains form and how minerals are created deep underground.
- She decided to major in geochemistry because she wanted to combine her love of chemistry and the outdoors.