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壳, derived from the traditional form 殼, primarily denotes the hard outer layer of natural objects such as nuts, seeds, eggs, and the exoskeletons of turtles or crustaceans. Its traditional structure incorporates 殳, suggesting an action of striking or a tool, alongside elements representing a hard surface or husk. The simplified form 壳 reduces visual complexity, featuring 士 and 冖 over 几, and omits the tool-related component. The core meaning centers on rigid biological coverings, the Earth's crust, or the external casings of technological devices, consistently implying a firm boundary.
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我捡到一个美丽的贝壳。
他把蛋壳扔进了垃圾桶。
这个坚果的外壳很硬。
她小心地剥开鸡蛋的壳。
螃蟹的壳保护它不受伤害。
虽然蜗牛的壳很脆弱，但它能提供安全。
这个手机的外壳设计得非常时尚。
在化学中，原子的电子壳层结构决定了其性质。