Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology The word 'keme' (chem) means 'earth'. The word belongs to the language - Latin Greek Egyptian Arabic Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself C Correct answer Explanation The word 'keme' (or 'chem') meaning 'earth' comes from ancient Egyptian language. This is the origin of words like 'chemistry' and 'alchemy,' referring to the black soil of the Nile Valley which was central to Egyptian civilization.