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It has given birth to modern chemistry and has contributed to Astrology, mysticism, art, spiritualism, physics, Metallurgy, medicine, and semiotics.

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Is alchemy a science?

Yes, studies of alchemy date back thousands of years to a time when he difference between alchemy and chemistry were unknown. Today very few scientists study alchemy because other fields of research like physics and chemistry have more practical applications, and are somewhat easier to logically comprehend.


Can you get a Ph.D from alchemy?

Alchemy as a practice is not a recognized academic field for obtaining a Ph.D. However, some universities may offer interdisciplinary programs that incorporate aspects of alchemy within fields like history, philosophy, or chemistry. It would be best to research specific programs to see if they align with your interests in alchemy.


How do you make life in alchemy?

if your thinking about alchemy like in Fullmetal alchemist the show, then making life would work, but the answer is no for alchemy in today's alchemy, as in making a penny turn to gold by the process of mixing chemicals.


Do Chinese practice alchemy?

In ancient China, there were practices and beliefs related to alchemy, primarily focused on the search for immortality and the transformation of base metals into gold. These practices drew from Taoist and spiritual traditions and involved rituals, meditation, and experimentation with minerals and herbs. Today, alchemy is not widely practiced in China in its traditional form, but some elements of it can still be found in Chinese medicine and philosophy.


Does alchemy work?

Alchemy is not supported by scientific evidence and is considered a pseudoscience. The concept of transmuting base metals into gold or creating an elixir of immortality has never been achieved. Today, alchemy is typically viewed as a historical practice that laid the groundwork for modern chemistry.