In 1310, the alchemist Pseudo-Geber published 'Summa perfectionis magisterii', where he detailed the preparation and properties of mineral acids such as nitric acid and aqua regia. This work was pivotal in the history of chemistry, as it provided foundational knowledge that would influence future scientific inquiry and experimentation. Pseudo-Geber's contributions helped to bridge the gap between alchemy and modern chemistry, showcasing the evolving understanding of substances and their reactions. His writings were instrumental in shaping the practices of later chemists and alchemists.

Pseudo-Geber's descriptions of mineral acids advanced experimental techniques that fed into Renaissance natural philosophy. This influenced metaphysical poetry's imagery of transformation and elemental forces, as poets like John Donne and George Herbert explored the relationship between the physical and spiritual realms.