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The character '碱' originated from its traditional form '鹼', with its structure integrating the radical '石' denoting stone or mineral and the component '咸' implying saltiness, thereby etymologically associating it with naturally occurring alkaline substances. Initially referring to specific compounds like soda ash obtained from plant ashes or mineral sources, its historical use was centered on traditional practices such as soap manufacture and glassmaking. As scientific understanding progressed, the term's scope expanded from these particular materials to encompass the general chemical class of bases characterized by their ability to neutralize acids, marking a conceptual transition from industrial material to a precise category in modern chemistry.
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小苏打是一种常见的碱。
碱可以用来清洁油污。
肥皂含有碱性成分。
土壤的酸碱度影响植物生长。
工业上常用碱来中和酸性废水。
碱金属包括钠、钾等元素。
这种碱液具有强腐蚀性，需谨慎处理。
在化学反应中，碱与酸生成盐和水。