Can alchemy be described as a protoscience? Do ancient texts with obscure formulas and procedures describe mystic rituals and allegoric visions? Or do they record instructions to carry out real ...

What is alchemy? Where magic meets chemistry, according to pop culture. The wizards in Harry Potter practice it. (The British version of J.K. Rowling's first book, “Harry Potter and the Philosopher's ...

Part 1 explores mercury’s long and complicated story from ancient alchemy to modern industry and why it’s both useful and dangerous. We’ll cover its chemical properties, historical extraction and ...

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