Alchemy
Wider meaning that it stands forthe chemistry of middle ages.
5)why is the philosophical principle important in alchemy?
Philosophical principle unified and focused chemical effort, which previously was
expanded on acquiring empreical acquaintance. Alchemy is an early phase of the
decelopment of systematic chemistry.
6)origin of the word alchemy, where does it come from, first used
It has an Arabic descent, prefix al is the Arabic article, second part comes from
the Greek word chumeia, pouring used in the study of the juices of plants. It was
first used in treatise of Julius Firmicus, and astrological writer of the 4 century.
7)why did it fall into disrepute?
It fell into disrepute, because alchemists became obsessed with their quest for
the secret of transmutation, some used false methods of experimentations and
many gained living from patrons.
8)which methods did they use to turn metals into gold?
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