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Geochemistry

Geochemistry is an interdisciplinary branch of chemistry that studies the chemical processes occurring in the Earth's crust, oceans, and atmosphere. The study of geochemistry involves the examination of the natural distribution and circulation of chemical elements and their isotopes, along with the chemical reaction…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 3 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 4× across the literature 🔖 ISSN 2377-2549 🗓 Reviewed June 2026

Overview

Geochemistry is an interdisciplinary branch of chemistry that studies the chemical processes occurring in the Earth's crust, oceans, and atmosphere. The study of geochemistry involves the examination of the natural distribution and circulation of chemical elements and their isotopes, along with the chemical reactions of these elements in environmental systems. This field of chemistry is important in understanding natural processes as well as anthropogenic activities that affect the environment. Geochemistry is concerned with understanding the composition and behavior of the Earth's materials and its processes. It includes the study of the origin and evolution of the Earth, its minerals, rocks, soils, and water, as well as the processes that affect these materials over time. Scientists in this field work to understand how the Earth has evolved over time, how it has responded to environmental changes, and how it will continue to change in the future. One of the key areas of research in modern geochemistry is the study of environmental contamination and pollution. Geochemists work to measure and analyze the impact of human activities on the environment and to develop new methods for controlling, reducing, and preventing environmental damage. Through the study of geochemistry, scientists can better understand global climate change, the formation and extraction of natural resources, and the development of new technologies for clean energy and sustainable development. As a result, geochemistry is critical in addressing many of the most pressing environmental challenges facing the world today.

Research published in this journal

3 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 3 articles above have been cited 4 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

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Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in New Developments in Chemistry (ISSN 2377-2549).

Journal editorial board
Annarita Del Gatto · Italy Bharat Gurale · United States Palani ELUMALAI · United Kingdom

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