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March 24, 2026
氪kè(ke4)
The character 氪 (kè) refers to krypton, a chemical element with the atomic number 36. It is a colorless, odorless gas that is part of the noble gases group and is commonly used in lighting and photography. In chemistry, it is important to know this term when discussing the properties and uses of noble gases.
Strokes11Radical气Frequency#7497DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
Krypton is often associated with science fiction, particularly the Superman franchise, where it is linked to the planet Krypton. This connection can make it easier to remember for learners who are fans of such stories.
Memory Tip
Imagine a superhero ‘Kryptonite’ who gets his power from the gas ‘krypton’. The character 氪 features the radical 气 (air), which hints at its gaseous state, and the ‘k’ sound can remind you of ‘kryptonite’ to keep it memorable.
Meanings of 氪
kè(ke4)
1krypton
2krypton (chemistry)
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a superhero ‘Kryptonite’ who gets his power from the gas ‘krypton’. The character 氪 features the radical 气 (air), which hints at its gaseous state, and the ‘k’ sound can remind you of ‘kryptonite’ to keep it memorable.
Usage Notes
In formal scientific contexts, the term 氪 is used, while in casual conversation, it might not appear frequently. Students should avoid confusing it with other noble gases like 氦 (hài, helium) or 氖 (nǎi, neon). Pay attention to the fourth tone in pronunciation.
HSK Study Tips
Although 氪 is not part of HSK vocabulary, it relates to chemistry terms you may encounter in advanced studies. Focus on the context of science and element names to strengthen your understanding and memory of such terms.
Cultural Note
Krypton is often associated with science fiction, particularly the Superman franchise, where it is linked to the planet Krypton. This connection can make it easier to remember for learners who are fans of such stories.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mispronounce 氪 as kě or kè without recognizing the correct fourth tone. Another common mistake is confusing it with other gases, like mixing it up with 氦 (hài, helium), which has very different properties.
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Cultural Notes for 氪
🏮Cultural insight
Krypton is often associated with science fiction, particularly the Superman franchise, where it is linked to the planet Krypton. This connection can make it easier to remember for learners who are fans of such stories.
Word Family of 氪
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氪kèkrypton (chemistry)
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Frequently Asked Questions about 氪
Krypton is used in high-performance lighting and photography, particularly in flash lamps.
It is pronounced as 'kè' with a falling tone, similar to how you would say 'cut' in English.
There are no direct synonyms for 氪, as it specifically refers to the element krypton.
