ScienceJuly 17, 2026

astrogeology

AS-troh-jee-OL-uh-jee

Definition

The study of the geology and physical structure of celestial bodies other than Earth, such as planets, moons, asteroids, and comets.

Etymology

The word is a hybrid of the Greek 'astron' (star) and 'geologia' (geology). It emerged in the mid-20th century to describe the application of geological principles to the study of extraterrestrial bodies.

In the news

Astrogeology is listed as a primary category on the platform, indicating it is a core field of focus for the research and scientific discussions shared within the Astrobiology Program.

New Deadline For NASA Astrobiology Science Conference (AbSciCon) Announcement for Partnership Proposals (AFPP)

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