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The character "渤" has a history tied specifically to a geographical feature, as it exists almost exclusively in the name "渤海" (Bohai Sea). Its construction combines the water radical (氵) with the phonetic and semantic component "勃", which conveys a sense of vigor or rising force, likely describing the sea's dynamic nature. The character's traditional form is identical to its simplified version, and its meaning has remained remarkably stable and narrow, never developing broader or more abstract applications beyond its primary association with that particular body of water. This consistency means its evolution is one of sustained, singular usage rather than semantic shift, its etymology permanently fixed to the aquatic realm it denotes.
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渤海在中国北方。
渤海湾很美丽。
我们计划去渤海旅游。
渤海的资源很丰富。
渤海对沿海城市很重要。
保护渤海的环境是我们的责任。
由于污染严重，渤海的生态系统面临挑战。
科学家们正在研究如何恢复渤海的海洋生物多样性。