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Question

Alchemy aimed at finding………which was considered mythical and magical substance.


A

Philosopher's Stone

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B

Gold

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C

Silver

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D

Zinc

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Solution

The correct option is A

Philosopher's Stone


The explanation for correct option A:

The philosopher's stone was supposed to possess many valuable attributes such as the power to heal, prolong life, and change base metals into precious metals — such as gold.

The explanation for incorrect option B: Alchemy aimed to transform the base metals into gold by mythical and magical means.

The explanation for incorrect option C: Alchemy aimed to transform the base metals into gold by mythical and magical means.

The explanation for incorrect option-D: Zinc doesn't consider a precious or Nobel metal.

Concluding Statement: For the above reasons, Option A is the correct answer.


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