The concept of the 'Anthropocene' has gained traction among geologists and environmental scientists as a proposed new geological 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 influence. However, critics contend that the term is more cultural than scientific, noting that human activity lacks a single, synchronous global boundary layer comparable to previous epoch transitions. This debate highlights a broader tension between scientific classification and societal narrative, as naming an epoch carries implications for how we perceive our responsibility toward the planet's future.
❓ 지문에 따르면, 비평가들이 인류세를 공식적인 지질 시대(epoch)로 거부하는 주요 이유는 무엇인가?
A. 인간의 영향은 지질 층을 변화시킬 만큼 충분히 크지 않다.
B. 전 세계적으로 단일 시간 경계와 일치하는 일관된 표식은 존재하지 않습니다.
C. 이 용어는 순전히 정치적인 것이며 과학적 근거가 전혀 없습니다.
D. 지질 시대는 인간이 유발한 변화로 정의될 수 없다.
✅ 正确答案
There is no consistent worldwide marker that aligns with a single time boundary.
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