Contrary to the image in your mind, alchemy is not about robed, wizard-like figures involved in some occult practice in his dimly lit apothecary. The practice is old – ancient, in fact – but what is alchemy, really? Is it science or is it magic? What does it have to do with the philosopher’s stone?

In this video, let’s find out what alchemy is!

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Story: Suhail Vawda
Voiceover: Caleb Mertz
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