Discover a variety of words that start with “geo,” each connecting to earth sciences and beyond.
- Geoanalytics- Analysis of data based on geographical or spatial factors.
- Geobios- Life or living organisms as influenced by geographic conditions.
- Geobotany- The study of the geographic distribution of plant species.
- Geochemistry- The science dealing with the earth’s chemical composition and processes.
- Geocentric- Representing or viewing the earth as the center, particularly in the solar system.
- Geochronology- The study of the age of geological periods as measured in years.
- Geocoding- The process of transforming a physical address description to a location on the Earth’s surface.
- Geocomposite- A synthetic material used in geotechnical engineering.
- Geoconsultant- A specialist who provides advice on geological and environmental issues.
- Geoculture- Cultural aspects that are influenced by geographical elements.
- Geode- A rock containing a cavity lined with crystals or another type of mineral matter.
- Geodesy- The science that deals with the measurement and representation of the Earth.
- Geodetics- The mathematics and techniques of geodesy.
- Geodynamics- The study of forces and processes that affect the Earth’s structure.
- Geofact- An object of natural material showing signs of human utilization or alteration.
- Geofencing- The use of GPS or RFID technology to create a virtual geographic boundary.
- Geogeny- The study of the formation of the Earth.
- Geoglyph- Large designs or motifs that are carved onto the ground.
- Geognosy- The science of the materials composing the Earth and their organization.
- Geographer- A scientist who studies geography.
- Geographic- Pertaining to geography.
- Geographical- Relating to the natural features, population, industries, etc., of a region.
- Geography- The science that deals with the Earth’s surface, climate, continents, people, and resources.
- Geohazard- A geological state that may lead to widespread damage or risk.
- Geohydrology- The branch of geology that deals with the distribution and movement of groundwater.
- Geojeopardy- A risk to the earth or ecological system.
- Geolocate- Determining the exact location of something on the Earth.
- Geology- The science that deals with the Earth’s physical structure and substance.
- Geomagnetism- The study of the Earth’s magnetic field.
- Geomancy- Method of divination that interprets markings on the ground or patterns formed by thrown handfuls of soil, rocks, or sand.
- Geomatics- The discipline of gathering, storing, processing, and delivering geographic information.
- Geomechanics- The branch of geology that applies physics to the study of geological problems.
- Geomembrane- A synthetic material used as an impermeable barrier to control fluid or gas migration in a project.
- Geomicrobiology- The study of the role of microbes in geologic and geochemical processes.
- Geomorphology- The study of the form and features of the Earth’s surface.
- Geonaut- A seafarer who navigates the geography of the seas.
- Geopark- A national protected area containing a number of geological heritage sites.
- Geophagy- The practice of eating earthy or soil-like substances.
- Geophysics- The physics of the Earth and its environment.
- Geopolitics- The study of the effects of geography (human and physical) on politics and international relations.
- Geoposition- The physical location of something on the Earth.
- Geoprofiling- Analyzing geographical locations associated with the spatial behavior of a subject.
- Georadar- Radar technology used to detect the presence and properties of objects or changes in the earth.
- Georeferencing- Relating data to geographic coordinates.
- Georgic- Relating to agriculture; a literary work dealing with agriculture.
- Geoscience- Sciences dealing with the planet Earth.
- Geosocial- Social interaction based on geographical information.
- Geosphere- The solid parts of the Earth.
- Geostationary- An orbit that allows a satellite to remain in the same position relative to the earth.
- Geostrophic- Referring to a type of wind that is affected by the Earth’s rotation.
- Geosynchronous- An orbit where a satellite’s orbital period matches the Earth’s rotation period.
- Geotagging- Adding geographical information to various media.
- Geotectonic- Relating to the structure of the earth’s crust.
- Geotemporal- Concerning both geographic and temporal variables.
- Geothermal- Pertaining to the heat of the Earth’s interior.
- Geotourism- Tourism that focuses on geological features.
- Geotraverse- A route across a section of the Earth for geological purposes.
- Geozone- A geographical area characterized by specific geological features.