The concept of the 'Anthropocene' has gained traction among geologists as a proposed new geological epoch defined by significant human impact on Earth's geology and ecosystems. Unlike the Holocene, which began approximately 11,700 years ago and witnessed the rise of human civilization, the Anthropocene is characterized by markers such as nuclear fallout from atomic tests, plastic pollution, and elevated carbon dioxide levels. However, its formal recognition remains contentious. Critics argue that the term oversimplifies the complex, uneven nature of human influence, as different societies have contributed to environmental change at varying times and intensities. Proponents counter that the Anthropocene captures the unprecedented scale and global reach of modern human activity, urging collective responsibility for planetary stewardship. The debate thus reflects deeper questions about how science frames humanity's role in shaping the Earth's future.
❓ 일부 비평가들이 인류세의 공식 인정에 반대하는 주요 이유는 무엇인가?
A. A. 그것은 인간 활동이 생태계에 미치는 긍정적인 영향을 무시한다.
B. B. 그것은 시간과 지역에 걸쳐 다양하고 불평등한 인간의 기여를 설명하지 못한다.
C. C. 이는 지질학적 지표로서 핵 낙진에만 전적으로 의존한다.
D. D. 그것은 홀로세가 인간의 영향을 전혀 받지 않았음을 시사한다.
✅ 正确答案
B. It fails to account for the varied and unequal human contributions across time and regions.
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