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Alchemy is now what we refereed as chemistry. Most of the ancient scientist practiced alchemy. With the church trying to make people follow the practice of the monks, didn't allow it and that was why it was kept quiet.

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Can people in the 21st century use alchemy?

Alchemy, as traditionally practiced in the Middle Ages, is not commonly used in the 21st century due to advancements in modern science. However, some people may still be interested in alchemy as a historical or philosophical pursuit.


Monks practiced alchemy in monasteries?

Some monks did practice alchemy in monasteries, as they believed in the spiritual and mystical aspects of alchemy. They often saw it as a way to deepen their connection to God and the universe. These practices included seeking the philosopher's stone, transmuting base metals into gold, and searching for the elixir of life.


Who did the Alchemy work for?

Alchemy was traditionally practiced by alchemists, who were individuals who sought to transmute base metals into noble metals such as gold, discover the elixir of life, and create the philosopher's stone. These practitioners were a mix of philosophers, scientists, and mystics who worked in secret during the Middle Ages and early modern period.


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.


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.

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Who practiced alchemy?

The Elric brothers are relatively famous for preforming alchemy.


How do you use the word alchemy in a sentence?

People who practiced alchemy wished to turn lead into gold.The study of alchemy was an early form of chemistry.


Use alchemy in a sentence?

People who practiced alchemy wished to turn lead into gold.


Was alchemy practiced in Russia?

Yes, since Arthur Dee and Quirinus Kulmann :)


What century did alchemy come into view?

Alchemy is known to have been practiced in Persia and other neighboring countries since before 600 B.C.


How long has alcheny been going on?

Alchemy has been practiced for at least 2500 years.


Did alchemists ever use neon?

No. Neon was not known during the time when people seriously practiced alchemy.


Can people in the 21st century use alchemy?

Alchemy, as traditionally practiced in the Middle Ages, is not commonly used in the 21st century due to advancements in modern science. However, some people may still be interested in alchemy as a historical or philosophical pursuit.


What was practiced to turn metals into gold during the middle ages?

Alchemy. it was essentially a quack science but did influence modern Chemistry.


Why was alchemy practiced in secret?

Alchemy was viewed as magic by people during the time it was practised (like many things people of the time could not explain). So to avoid prosecution by authorities, whether religious or regional, it was practised in secret.


When was Alchemy practiced?

Alchemy is generally dated back to being practiced in Old Kingdom Egypt; a period from the Third Dynasty through to the Sixth Dynasty (2686 BC-2181 BC). But it was knowledge that only the most powerful persons in Egypt possessed such as the high priest and the pharaoh.


Monks practiced alchemy in monasteries?

Some monks did practice alchemy in monasteries, as they believed in the spiritual and mystical aspects of alchemy. They often saw it as a way to deepen their connection to God and the universe. These practices included seeking the philosopher's stone, transmuting base metals into gold, and searching for the elixir of life.