The fascination of making something out of nothing may have appealed to none more than the alchemists of the medieval era. Alchemy was focused primarily on transmuting 1) base metals like lead or copper into valuable metals such as gold. The history and legacy of alchemy are much richer and deeper than the common image of charlatans peddling 2) nonsense and lay the foundation for modern science and chemistry.

Alchemy’s legacy begins in the east, when Robert of Chester brought Arabic alchemy concepts to Europe 3) within his translation of The Book of the Composition of Alchemy. European intellectuals developed a sudden interest in Greek and Arabic concepts and were introduced to philosophy such as Aristotle, rational concepts such as experimental methods, and 4) astrology. The broad nature of alchemical studies continued through the Renaissance, and the knowledge gained over centuries of experimentation and practice led alchemists 5) to mining, roles in healthcare, and metallurgy. Many, including famous authors Dante and Chaucer, saw 6) the works of alchemists as little more than frauds or swindlers.

1) base metals like lead or copper into valuable metals such as gold

The fascination of making something out of nothing may have appealed to none more than the alchemists of the medieval era. Alchemy was focused primarily on transmuting 1) base metals like lead or copper into valuable metals such as gold. The history and legacy of alchemy are much richer and deeper than the common image of charlatans peddling 2) nonsense and lay the foundation for modern science and chemistry.

Alchemy’s legacy begins in the east, when Robert of Chester brought Arabic alchemy concepts to Europe 3) within his translation of The Book of the Composition of Alchemy. European intellectuals developed a sudden interest in Greek and Arabic concepts and were introduced to philosophy such as Aristotle, rational concepts such as experimental methods, and 4) astrology. The broad nature of alchemical studies continued through the Renaissance, and the knowledge gained over centuries of experimentation and practice led alchemists 5) to mining, roles in healthcare, and metallurgy. Many, including famous authors Dante and Chaucer, saw 6) the works of alchemists as little more than frauds or swindlers.

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The fascination of making something out of nothing may have appealed to none more than the alchemists of the medieval era. Alchemy was focused primarily on transmuting 1) base metals like lead or copper into valuable metals such as gold. The history and legacy of alchemy are much richer and deeper than the common image of charlatans peddling 2) nonsense and lay the foundation for modern science and chemistry.

Alchemy’s legacy begins in the east, when Robert of Chester brought Arabic alchemy concepts to Europe 3) within his translation of The Book of the Composition of Alchemy. European intellectuals developed a sudden interest in Greek and Arabic concepts and were introduced to philosophy such as Aristotle, rational concepts such as experimental methods, and 4) astrology. The broad nature of alchemical studies continued through the Renaissance, and the knowledge gained over centuries of experimentation and practice led alchemists 5) to mining, roles in healthcare, and metallurgy. Many, including famous authors Dante and Chaucer, saw 6) the works of alchemists as little more than frauds or swindlers.

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The fascination of making something out of nothing may have appealed to none more than the alchemists of the medieval era. Alchemy was focused primarily on transmuting 1) base metals like lead or copper into valuable metals such as gold. The history and legacy of alchemy are much richer and deeper than the common image of charlatans peddling 2) nonsense and lay the foundation for modern science and chemistry.

Alchemy’s legacy begins in the east, when Robert of Chester brought Arabic alchemy concepts to Europe 3) within his translation of The Book of the Composition of Alchemy. European intellectuals developed a sudden interest in Greek and Arabic concepts and were introduced to philosophy such as Aristotle, rational concepts such as experimental methods, and 4) astrology. The broad nature of alchemical studies continued through the Renaissance, and the knowledge gained over centuries of experimentation and practice led alchemists 5) to mining, roles in healthcare, and metallurgy. Many, including famous authors Dante and Chaucer, saw 6) the works of alchemists as little more than frauds or swindlers.

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The fascination of making something out of nothing may have appealed to none more than the alchemists of the medieval era. Alchemy was focused primarily on transmuting 1) base metals like lead or copper into valuable metals such as gold. The history and legacy of alchemy are much richer and deeper than the common image of charlatans peddling 2) nonsense and lay the foundation for modern science and chemistry.

Alchemy’s legacy begins in the east, when Robert of Chester brought Arabic alchemy concepts to Europe 3) within his translation of The Book of the Composition of Alchemy. European intellectuals developed a sudden interest in Greek and Arabic concepts and were introduced to philosophy such as Aristotle, rational concepts such as experimental methods, and 4) astrology. The broad nature of alchemical studies continued through the Renaissance, and the knowledge gained over centuries of experimentation and practice led alchemists 5) to mining, roles in healthcare, and metallurgy. Many, including famous authors Dante and Chaucer, saw 6) the works of alchemists as little more than frauds or swindlers.

5) to mining, roles in healthcare, and metallurgy

The fascination of making something out of nothing may have appealed to none more than the alchemists of the medieval era. Alchemy was focused primarily on transmuting 1) base metals like lead or copper into valuable metals such as gold. The history and legacy of alchemy are much richer and deeper than the common image of charlatans peddling 2) nonsense and lay the foundation for modern science and chemistry.

Alchemy’s legacy begins in the east, when Robert of Chester brought Arabic alchemy concepts to Europe 3) within his translation of The Book of the Composition of Alchemy. European intellectuals developed a sudden interest in Greek and Arabic concepts and were introduced to philosophy such as Aristotle, rational concepts such as experimental methods, and 4) astrology. The broad nature of alchemical studies continued through the Renaissance, and the knowledge gained over centuries of experimentation and practice led alchemists 5) to mining, roles in healthcare, and metallurgy. Many, including famous authors Dante and Chaucer, saw 6) the works of alchemists as little more than frauds or swindlers.

6) the works of alchemists as little more than frauds or swindlers

In the 1700s, the works of Robert Boyle, John Dalton, and other pioneering chemists were responsible for the 7) demise in alchemy. Aside from a minor resurgence during 19^th century spiritualism, alchemy was relegated to the same role as magic in the Age of Science.

8) Although alchemy may have faded into history, its influence is still felt in modern science. Sulfuric acid, gunpowder, carbon steel, and other important substances to our modern world originated in the arcane experiments of the alchemists. Boyle’s seminal work in gases and atoms was inspired by alchemists’ work in finding the “pristine state” of substances, and 9) Newton’s unpublished work on alchemical forces led to his work on gravity. Many lab techniques and procedures were pioneered by early alchemists. Multiple scholars have also argued that modern chemistry, focused on chemical reactions transforming one substance to another, is a descendant of the alchemist’s quest to manipulate matter. 10)

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In the 1700s, the works of Robert Boyle, John Dalton, and other pioneering chemists were responsible for the 7) demise in alchemy. Aside from a minor resurgence during 19^th century spiritualism, alchemy was relegated to the same role as magic in the Age of Science.

8) Although alchemy may have faded into history, its influence is still felt in modern science. Sulfuric acid, gunpowder, carbon steel, and other important substances to our modern world originated in the arcane experiments of the alchemists. Boyle’s seminal work in gases and atoms was inspired by alchemists’ work in finding the “pristine state” of substances, and 9) Newton’s unpublished work on alchemical forces led to his work on gravity. Many lab techniques and procedures were pioneered by early alchemists. Multiple scholars have also argued that modern chemistry, focused on chemical reactions transforming one substance to another, is a descendant of the alchemist’s quest to manipulate matter. 10)

8) Although alchemy may have faded into history, its influence is still felt in modern science.

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In the 1700s, the works of Robert Boyle, John Dalton, and other pioneering chemists were responsible for the 7) demise in alchemy. Aside from a minor resurgence during 19^th century spiritualism, alchemy was relegated to the same role as magic in the Age of Science.

8) Although alchemy may have faded into history, its influence is still felt in modern science. Sulfuric acid, gunpowder, carbon steel, and other important substances to our modern world originated in the arcane experiments of the alchemists. Boyle’s seminal work in gases and atoms was inspired by alchemists’ work in finding the “pristine state” of substances, and 9) Newton’s unpublished work on alchemical forces led to his work on gravity. Many lab techniques and procedures were pioneered by early alchemists. Multiple scholars have also argued that modern chemistry, focused on chemical reactions transforming one substance to another, is a descendant of the alchemist’s quest to manipulate matter. 10)

9) Newton’s unpublished work on alchemical forces led to his work on gravity

In the 1700s, the works of Robert Boyle, John Dalton, and other pioneering chemists were responsible for the 7) demise in alchemy. Aside from a minor resurgence during 19^th century spiritualism, alchemy was relegated to the same role as magic in the Age of Science.

8) Although alchemy may have faded into history, its influence is still felt in modern science. Sulfuric acid, gunpowder, carbon steel, and other important substances to our modern world originated in the arcane experiments of the alchemists. Boyle’s seminal work in gases and atoms was inspired by alchemists’ work in finding the “pristine state” of substances, and 9) Newton’s unpublished work on alchemical forces led to his work on gravity. Many lab techniques and procedures were pioneered by early alchemists. Multiple scholars have also argued that modern chemistry, focused on chemical reactions transforming one substance to another, is a descendant of the alchemist’s quest to manipulate matter. 10)

10) Which choice best concludes the passage?