Elements of the Theory and Practice of Chymistry, Vol. 2: Translated From the French (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Pierre Joseph Macquer

 
9780282970802: Elements of the Theory and Practice of Chymistry, Vol. 2: Translated From the French (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This book, which explores the history of alchemy, the precursor to modern chemistry, studies the theories and practices of the ancient alchemists as they explored the transformation of one substance to another. The author examines the origins of alchemy in ancient Egypt and follows its development through medieval laboratories and the groundbreaking work of 16th-century scientists. The book innovates by encompassing the entire history of alchemy in one comprehensive study, providing a thorough understanding of the development of chemistry and offering critical insight into the scientific method itself.

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