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The character "硝" is a phono-semantic compound structured with the semantic component "石", indicating its association with stone or mineral, and the phonetic component "肖", which guides its pronunciation. Historically, this character denoted saltpeter, specifically potassium nitrate, a substance integral to early Chinese alchemy and later to the formulation of gunpowder. Its meaning gradually extended to include related nitrate compounds used in fertilizers and industrial processes, reflecting advancements in chemical knowledge. The compositional integrity of "石" and "肖" has been maintained, with the former consistently linking the character to mineralogical contexts and the latter sustaining its phonetic role, while the term's semantic scope widened to accommodate modern scientific classifications.
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硝酸是一种酸。
硝石用于制造火药。
战场上弥漫着硝烟。
蔬菜中含有硝酸盐。
硝酸具有强腐蚀性。
硝化细菌在土壤中常见。
硝酸工业是化学工业的重要组成部分。
硝烟散去后，战士们清理战场。