The concept of the 'Anthropocene' has gained traction among geologists as a proposed new geological epoch characterized by significant human impact on Earth's geology and ecosystems. Proponents argue that markers such as nuclear fallout, plastic pollution, and elevated carbon dioxide levels are stratigraphically distinct, warranting formal recognition. Critics, however, contend that the term lacks precise temporal boundaries and that human influences are not uniformly synchronous across the globe. They suggest that the Holocene, the current interglacial period, already encompasses human activity, making a new epoch redundant. Despite this debate, the Anthropocene serves as a powerful heuristic for interdisciplinary research, prompting discussions on sustainability and planetary stewardship. Its formal adoption remains pending, yet its conceptual utility extends beyond geology into policy and public discourse.
❓ 비평가들이 인류세를 새로운 지질 시대(지질학적 세대)로 공식 인정하는 것에 반대하는 주요 이유는 무엇인가?
A. A. 인간의 영향에 대한 지표는 층서 기록에서 보이지 않는다.
B. B. 인간의 활동은 지구의 시스템을 크게 변화시키지 않았다.
C. C. 제안된 시대는 명확한 시간적 경계와 전 지구적 일관성을 결여하고 있다.
D. D. 홀로세는 인간 활동을 포함하기에는 너무 짧다.
✅ 正确答案
C. The proposed epoch lacks clear temporal boundaries and global consistency.
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