The concept of the 'Anthropocene' has gained traction among geologists as a proposed new geological epoch defined by human impact on Earth's systems. Unlike previous epochs, which were characterized by natural climatic shifts or biological events, the Anthropocene is marked by pervasive human activities such as nuclear testing, plastic pollution, and rapid urbanization. These markers, deposited in sediment and ice cores, provide a distinct stratigraphic signature. However, scholars debate its formalization, with some arguing that the term lacks a clear start date and oversimplifies the complex, uneven nature of human influence across regions and time periods. Proponents counter that the epoch's recognition is crucial for raising awareness and fostering interdisciplinary research on sustainability.
❓ 지문에 따르면, 인류세를 지질학적 시대로 공식화하는 것에 대한 주요 반대 논거는 무엇인가?
A. A. 인간 활동의 흔적은 자연적 사건과 충분히 구별되지 않는다.
B. B. 이 용어는 시간과 공간에 따라 달라지는 인간 영향의 다양한 정도를 인정하지 못한다.
C. C. 핵실험과 플라스틱 오염은 지질 기록에 나타날 만큼 영구적이지 않다.
D. D. 이 개념은 과학계에서 어떤 지지도 얻지 못했습니다.
✅ 正确答案
B. The term fails to acknowledge the varying degrees of human impact over time and space.
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