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Magical Chemistry

Introduction

>What is Magical Chemistry?
It is a kind of magic where certain chemicals and their physical principles are intersected to create a effect of illusion which is popularly called Magic by the audience. 
>Brief history of Magical Chemistry: 
The history of performing magic using chemical experiments dates back to 5th century BC to the 17th century AD,this period was referred to as Alchemy and the performers were generally known as Alchemist. They did mysterious processes which aimed at turning lead into gold and even made pursuits of magical Elixirs which can grand immortality. In India, few Alchemist worked on metallurgy and also created materials with unique properties.In China, they performed experiments with dangerous substances to discover "The Elixir of life". In Europe, they turned base Metals into Gold. They created many useful products like porcelain, pigments, perfumes, gunpowder, and pharmaceuticals hence bringing the evolution in chemistry.
In the middle of 17th century, Alchemy declined because of the new ideas of Robert Boyle.
Principles of Magical Chemistry

>The Law of Conservation of Magic:
This law states that magic can be conserved that is it can't be created or destroyed, can only change from one form to another. Just like energy and mass remain conserved during a process,similarly it will also remain conserved.
> The Principle of Elemental Balance:
This principle came into effect to support the law of conservation of mass so that the equation to create any element remains balanced on the starting as well as end point. The law of conservation of mass is also known as Lomonosov-Lavoisier law (honoring both scientists who formulated it), it states that mass is not created or destroyed during a chemical reaction, it just transforms.
>The Concept of Magical Catalysts
Any substance that leads to a speedy chemical reaction without getting consumed during the process is referred as a Magical Catalysts.
There are four types of Catalysts:
-Homogeneous Catalysts: Substances which are in the same phase as of reactant such as liquid,solid or gas. Fir example: Chloroflorocarbons (CFCs)
-Heterogenous Catalysts: Substances which are in different phase as of reactant such as solid Catalysts in a liquid reaction.
-BioCatalysts: These are the part of metabolism as they are protein-based Catalysts like enzymes.
-Autocatalytic Reactions: The product itself reacts as a Catalysts in these type of reactions.

Magical Chemical Reactions

>Transmutation: It is the process of achieving the desired properties of a substance by changing its chemical composition. It can be done by altering the value of protons or neutrons present in an atom which alters the atomic identity turning it into a different element or isotope.
The radioactive decay of an unstable isotope to become stable ,this is a natural way, however, Lord Rutherford in 1911 created oxygen-17 by bombarding nitrogen-14 with alpha particles,this is an artificial way of Transmutation.
>Enchantment: In this process a specific substance is given magical properties to make it innovative by doing various experiments.
-Fluorescein changes colour when dissolved in alkaline solution exposed towards ultraviolet light.
-Aromatic substances are created that are used in perfumes,detergents and cosmetics.
-Carbon compounds have transformative power that work as fuels and feedstocks.
>Purification: In this process, the quality of a substance is increased by removing its impurities.It is done to ensure products safety and quality after a chemical synthesis. There are seven types of processes by which impurities can be removed,they are :
• Distillation: Separating substance according to their boiling point.
• Crystallization: Separating substances according to their melting point.
• Filtration: Separating solids from Liquids or gases through a pourus sheet.
• Liquid-liquid extraction: Separating impurities by dissolving a crude metal in a solvent.
• Sublimation: Separating substances by turning solids directly into vapors.
• Vacuum filtration: It is a method to speed up the filtration process using vacuum.
• Gravity filtration: It is a method to separate solid from liquids using gravitation. 

Magical Chemical Compounds

>Potions: Liquids which when prepared in labs using acids,bases and food coloring show a magical effect.For example:
-Pink color changing potion
Made with red cabbage, vinegar, and baking soda. The red cabbage juice acts as an indicator, changing color when mixed with acids. 
-Fizzy potion
Made with vinegar and baking soda. When the vinegar is added to the baking soda, the mixture fizzes. This is an example of a neutralization reaction. 
>Elixirs: To enhance physical properties or magical abilities of any substance Elixirs are used.
>Magical Metals: The metals like silver,iron and adamantium have magical properties such as iron is considered as reflective metal that can reflect negative energy and prevent psychic attacks, meteoric iron a jet-black metal that is much stronger than regular iron and often has magical properties.

Applications of Magical Chemistry

>Healing: Many chemical products are used in the process of healing,few of them are:
-Phytochemicals- They help treat skin diseases and reduce inflammation.
-Zinc- It is helpful in healing the wounds -Hydrogen- Can increase blood flow and blood oxygen levels in wounds.
>Protection: Creating magical barriers or shields to deflect negative energies.
>Transformation: Using magical chemistry to change one's physical form or appearance.

Famous Magical Chemists
>Nicolas Flamel
>Professor Snape
>The Alchemist
Conclusion

We conclude our journey through the realm of Magical Chemistry, it becomes clear that this ancient and mysterious art holds the key to unlocking the secrets of the wizarding world. From the fundamental principles of magical chemical reactions to the creation of complex magical compounds, Magical Chemistry has the power to transform and transcend the boundaries of reality.

Throughout this blog, we have read about the quite interesting world of Magical Chemistry through its history and principles and many applications. Work by famous magical chemists made it possible for them to exceed the boundaries established in magical discovery and knowledge. We have further seen how the Magical Chemistry works in creating different powerful magical artefacts, potions, and elixirs for the course of magical history to be shaped around.

Well into the future, the wizarding world will more than likely view Magical Chemistry at a very influential and important site, as is represented by science itself. Due to its intrinsic infusion of the realms of both magic and science, Magical Chemistry stands to create and unlock unknowns, technics, and potentials that should characterize the evolution of magic throughout times and future.

However, Magical Chemistry is not free from risk and challenges. Indeed, we see that creating intricate magical compounds as well as working with magical energies can be highly dangerous. To master Magical Chemistry requires much knowledge, great skills, and care.





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