Question

What does the alchemist reveal to Santiago about the quest for gold?

Answer 1

that gold is the most highly evolved metal, that is, closest to perfection. because alchemy is about penetrating to the soul of the world to find ones treasure those who only want to turn other metals into gold- but not to understand.

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Answer 2

He shows him how to make gold. He melts lead in a pan and adds silver from a "strange yellow egg". When it cools they are amazed to see gold