is the philosopher's stone a chemical preparation or a natural stone?

Answer 1

Definitely a chemical preparation ;-)

A philosopher’s stone is not a stone, but a substance that can transmute base metals such lead (Pb, 82, 207.2) into gold (Au, 79, 196.9). Why gold? Well how else would you get wealthy supporters who would provide you with hard cash to live in comfort as you dabble in alchemy or what ever you like, however in must look to them that you are in alchemy business? Philosopher’s stone can also offer immortality and few other incredible perks. In Garry Potter the term ‘philosopher’s stone’ came about for obvious reasons since wizards do alchemy.

Theoretically it is possible to transmute matter from lighter nuclei into heavier ones. This process is called fusion. It this case the philosopher’s stone becomes a method.

Answer 2

Arguably, either, both, or neither. The mention of it that gives its name, according to Wikipedia, is to a magical stone which, when ground, can transmute metals. You can say that's a natural stone or not as you please. However, many alchemists believed (or pretended to believe) that they could make the philosopher's stone chemically in their labs, in which case it would be a chemical preparation.

Of course, there's no such thing as a philosopher's stone. So, if you're talking about the real world, "No - it's neither."

Answer 3

The philosopher's stone does not exist. Alchemists thought ,through time, less precious metals turn into gold. They never succeeded, so it cannot be formed by chemical or natural means.

Answer 4

Neither. It's a stone set in fantasy.
In other words,it does not exist. You might wanna put this in the book section,and ask about Harry Potter though.

Answer 5

it's a mythical stone that gave alchemists power to transmute base metals into gold. it's not real

Answer 6

Neither. It is a metaphor.