Boyle’s studies impacted chemistry's move away from what older practice?
Astrology
Alchemistry
Alchemy
Herbalism
Answer
Alchemy was an older practice that Boyle’s studies impacted chemistry's move away from. Alchemy is a protoscience and philosophical tradition practiced throughout the Mediterranean, Western Asia, and Europe from antiquity until the end of the 18th century. It is an ancient practice that combines elements of chemistry, metallurgy, mysticism, astrology, and other esoteric arts.
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