The concept of the 'Anthropocene' has gained traction in geological and environmental circles as a proposed new epoch defined by significant human impact on Earth's geology and ecosystems. Proponents argue that markers such as plastic pollution, nuclear fallout, and elevated carbon dioxide levels provide clear stratigraphic evidence of human activity. However, critics contend that the term is more cultural than scientific, since the onset of human influence varies widely across regions and time periods, making a single global boundary difficult to establish. This debate underscores the challenge of defining geological time in an era where human actions are increasingly intertwined with natural processes.
❓ 지문에 따르면, 인류세를 지질학적 시대로 보는 것에 대한 주요 비판은 무엇인가?
A. A) 그것은 물리적 증거보다 오로지 문화적 표지에만 의존한다.
B. B) 전 세계적인 출발점은 지역별 차이로 인해 정확히 짚어내기 어렵다.
C. C) 그것은 핵 낙진을 지나치게 강조하면서 다른 인간적 영향을 무시한다.
D. D) 그 개념은 널리 받아들여지고 있지만 과학적 근거는 전혀 없다.
✅ 正确答案
B) The global starting point is hard to pinpoint due to regional variability.
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