Calx is the true form of all flammable substances under this theory. Quantitative experiments began raising serious questions about this theory within 60 years of its naming by Georg Stahl. When magnesium was burned openly the resulting product had in fact gained weight, however the theory was still commonly held until Antoine Lavoisier proved that burning was a result of combustion with oxygen. FTP name this defunct theory that states that all flammable objects contain an eponymous substance that is odorless, colorless
Calx is the true form of all flammable substances under this theory. Quantitative experiments began raising serious questions about this theory within 60 years of its naming by Georg Stahl. When magnesium was burned openly the resulting product had in fact gained weight, however the theory was still commonly held until Antoine Lavoisier proved that burning was a result of combustion with oxygen. FTP name this defunct theory that states that all flammable objects contain an eponymous substance that is odorless, colorless, tasteless and weightless, and is liberated upon burning.
Calx is the true form of all flammable substances under this theory.
Phlogiston Theory