Question

Alchemists were able to _____. A. study the properties of common elements B. study the properties of compounds C. develop laboratory techniques used by later scientists D. all of the above.

Answer 1

The correct option is D.

Alchemists are early chemical scientists, who first delved into the subject of chemistry. These early scientists were able to study the characteristics of common elements, the features of compounds and some of the laboratory methods that they developed then were found useful by later scientists. One thing that alchemists are known for is their quest to turn lead into gold.

Answer 2

I think the correct answer from the choices listed above is option D. Alchemists were able to study the properties of common elements, properties of compounds and develop laboratory techniques used bylater scientists.