cosmochemistry

noun

cos·​mo·​chem·​is·​try ˌkäz-mō-ˈke-mə-strē How to pronounce cosmochemistry (audio)
: a branch of chemistry that deals with the chemical composition of and changes in the universe
cosmochemical adjective
cosmochemist noun

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web Some hope that turning to cosmochemistry, the study of the compositions of cosmic objects, might reveal the answer. Quanta Magazine, 3 Nov. 2021 Scientists like Alexander hope that combining new ideas of cosmochemistry with modeling of the early solar system could provide some useful answers. Quanta Magazine, 3 Nov. 2021

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Word History

Etymology

Greek kosmos universe

First Known Use

1940, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of cosmochemistry was in 1940

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“Cosmochemistry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cosmochemistry. Accessed 25 Mar. 2023.

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