n.炼金术(见于中世纪，企图把普通金属炼成黄金)，(改变事物的)神秘力量，魔力

原形：alchemy复数：alchemies

Alchemists once believed they could transmute base metals into gold through their mystical art.
炼金术士曾相信他们能通过神秘的炼金术将贱金属转化为黄金。
The philosopher's stone, a mythical alchemical substance, was sought after for its supposed ability to grant eternal life.
哲人石，一种传说中的炼金物质，因其据说能让人长生不老而被寻找。
Alchemy played a significant role in the early history of chemistry, blending scientific inquiry with mysticism.
炼金术在化学的早期历史中占有重要地位，它结合了科学探索与神秘主义。
Many alchemical symbols and diagrams were used to represent hidden meanings and spiritual transformations.
许多炼金符号和图表被用来象征隐藏的意义和精神转变。
Sages of old would perform elaborate rituals in their alchemical laboratories, hoping to unlock the secrets of the universe.
古代贤者会在他们的炼金实验室里进行复杂的仪式，希望能揭示宇宙的秘密。
The Great Work in alchemy referred to the ultimate goal of turning lead into gold, a metaphor for spiritual enlightenment.
炼金术中的“大工作”指的是将铅变为金的目标，这在很大程度上是精神启蒙的隐喻。
Paracelsus, a famous alchemist, emphasized the importance of balancing physical, mental, and spiritual health through his work.
帕拉塞尔苏斯，一位著名的炼金术士，强调通过他的工作平衡身体、精神和心灵健康的重要性。
Alchemists studied the properties of elements and experimented with transmutation, though their methods often lacked scientific rigor.
炼金术士研究元素的性质，并尝试转化，尽管他们的方法往往缺乏科学严谨性。
Alchemy's fascination with transformation and hidden knowledge led to the development of modern cryptography.
炼金术对转变和隐藏知识的痴迷推动了现代密码学的发展。
Despite its mystical origins, some alchemical concepts and practices influenced modern chemistry, such as the idea of conservation of mass.
尽管炼金术源自神秘，但其一些概念和实践，如质量守恒的思想，影响了现代化学。