History of Chemistry in Ancient and Medieval India, Incorporating the History of Hindu Chemistry by Acharya Prafulla Chandra Ray c17.s1.22
History of Chemistry in Ancient and Medieval India, Incorporating the History of Hindu Chemistry by Acharya Prafulla Chandra Ray c17.s1.22
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Verses 50-51: Dissolution of gems (pearls, etc.) by digestion in vegetable acids, e.g. sour gruel (impure vinegar) and the juice of certain acid plants.