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the ancient practice of trying to turn common metals into gold
- While no one succeeded in using alchemy to create gold, it led to modern chemistry's birth.
- Ancient manuscripts reveal that many believed alchemy held the secret to immortality.
- In his quest for wealth, the medieval scientist dedicated years to the art of alchemy, hoping to produce gold.
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the way two individuals relate to each other
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