Boyle on Alkahest:An Analysis Based on The Sceptical Chymist
As an important concept in alchemy,Alkahest has had a significant impact on the early development of modern chemistry.Boyle has conducted long-term research on Alkahest,and this has been the subject of some academic discussion.However,some key issues in his thought and understanding remain to be solved.Through an examination of all of Boyle's major extant discussions of Alkahest,this paper analyzes Boyle's research purpose and basic understanding on Alkahest.It is argued that Alkahest has a special position in Boyle's theoretical system of matter.It is also argued that Boyle's understanding of Alkahest is obviously different from that of traditional alchemists,which fully embodies his scientific spirit and experimental philosophy.
BoyleAlkahestThe Sceptical Chymisttheory of matter
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