The concept of the 'Anthropocene' has gained significant traction in geological and environmental circles, yet its formal recognition as a new geological epoch remains contentious. Proponents argue that human activities have left indelible marks on the planet, such as radioactive isotopes from nuclear tests and ubiquitous microplastics, which justify a distinct stratigraphic boundary. Conversely, skeptics contend that the term is more cultural than geological, noting that human impacts, while profound, have not yet produced a globally synchronous and clearly defined marker in the rock record. This debate underscores a fundamental tension: whether geology should reflect purely physical evidence or also accommodate the socio-political dimensions of planetary change.
❓ 根据文章内容，围绕正式承认“人类世”的争议，主要原因是什么？
A. A) 地層に対する人為的影響の欠如。
B. B) 人為による変化が厳格な地質学的基準を満たすかどうかに関する意見の相違。
C. C) 文化的側面に過度に焦点を当て、科学的証拠を軽視していること。
D. D) 岩石記録における放射性同位体とマイクロプラスチックの不在。
✅ 正确答案
B) The disagreement over whether human-induced changes meet strict geological criteria.
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