A cosmographist is someone who studies the Earth and the universe that surrounds it. There are several synonyms that can describe this profession. An astronomer is someone who observes celestial objects and phenomena in the universe, while an astrophysicist studies the physical properties of astronomical objects. A cosmologist is someone who studies the origin, evolution, and structure of the universe. A geographer examines the physical and human characteristics of Earth and its inhabitants, while a cartographer creates and studies maps. And finally, a planetary scientist studies the planets of our solar system, including their overall composition and surface features. All of these professions involve the study of the universe and the Earth in some way, shape, or form.