The ninth and tenth centuries CE witnessed a transformation of great magnitude, wrought by the pioneering efforts of chemists such as Geber, Al Kindi, Rhazes, Al Khwarizmi and Avicenna. These illustrious scholars, through their tireless and erudite labours, advanced the field of chemistry from its mystical and obscure origins in alchemy, to a scientific discipline. Their work has forever altered the course of human history and shaped the very fabric of our lives.