Alchemy is an ancient practice full of mystery. It is a
form of speculative thought that tried to transform base metals such as
lead or copper into silver or gold.
Alchemists
were trying to discover cure for diseases and a way of extending life.
They were trying to find a recipe for the
Philosophers’ Stone, a legendary substance
that reputedly could turn base metals like iron and lead into gold.
Chemistry is the branch of science that studies the
properties of
matter
and how matter interacts with energy.
Matter is the stuff all around us:
your computer, the air you breathe, your lunch,
even you are made up of matter.When you study
chemistry you will learn all about matter and its properties.
The difference between alchemy and modern chemistry is; alchemy is based on a mystic, supernatural view of reality, whereas chemistry assumes reality is basically natural.
Alchemy was based on the belief that there are four basic elements in nature ...
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