11 Questions
Which ancient branch of natural philosophy is alchemy closely related to?
Chemistry
What were alchemists attempting to do with certain materials?
Create gold from lead
What did alchemists believe could be achieved through the alchemical magnum opus?
Immortality
Which continent is Western alchemy primarily associated with?
Europe
What does the word 'alchemy' mean in Arabic?
The process of transmutation
Where was the center of alchemical knowledge during the Greek and Roman periods?
Alexandria
Which philosophical traditions are closely connected to Chinese and Indian alchemy?
Taoism and Buddhism
Who is considered the central figure in the mythology of alchemy?
Hermes Trismegistus
What were the four elements according to Greek philosophy?
Earth, air, water, fire
What was the ancient practice of alchemy called in Greek?
Tinctures
Which emperor ordered the burning of alchemical books in Alexandria?
Diocletian
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