Geokimia
Definition & Context
Noun
A word that functions as the name of a specific object or set of objects, such as living creatures, places, actions, qualities, states of existence, or ideas.
A branch of geology that studies the “chemical composition” of the Earth and the chemical processes occurring within the crust and interior of the planet.
Synonyms & Variants
geokemistry
Loanword or adaptation from English often used in international academic environments in Indonesia.
geokimia bumi
Technical variation emphasizing the object of study, which is the planet Earth.
ilmu kimia batuan
Popular or lay term used to explain geochemistry in a practical context.
kimia geologi
Descriptive term referring to the study of chemistry within a geological context.
kimia bumi
This term is a literal translation that can be used interchangeably.
Usage Notes or Etymology
This word is a loanword from the English geochemistry. Etymologically, the term is formed by combining geo, meaning earth, and kimia, which refers to chemistry or the composition of substances. In a formal context, this term is consistently used in scientific and academic literature in Indonesia to refer to the discipline that bridges geology and chemistry.
Real-world Usage
Mahasiswa itu sedang meneliti sampel batuan untuk tugas mata kuliah geokimia.
English Translation
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.
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