4 Questions
What two properties of Mercury make it unsuitable for internal use in curing diseases?
Quickness and difficulty to absorb
What is the term used to describe the 'bound form' of Mercury after it has been converted into a solid form?
Bandha
How many binding processes have been described in the classical texts of Rasashastra for Mercury?
25
What happened to the processes that were found ineffective or harmful in converting Mercury?
They were discarded and became obsolete
Explore the various ways in which Mercury can be converted into solid/compound form and the properties that make it difficult for internal use. Learn about how to control the quickness and absorption challenges of Mercury to make it suitable for medicinal purposes.
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