The concept of the 'Anthropocene' has gained significant traction in geological and environmental circles, positing that human activities have become a dominant force shaping Earth's systems. However, the formal recognition of this epoch remains contentious. Proponents argue that markers such as nuclear fallout, plastic pollution, and elevated carbon dioxide levels provide clear stratigraphic evidence. Critics, conversely, contend that the term is more cultural or political than scientific, noting that geological epochs typically span millions of years and are defined by natural, not anthropogenic, transitions. This debate underscores a deeper tension between scientific rigor and the urgency of public discourse on climate change.
❓ 지문에 따르면, 인류세(Anthropocene) 시대를 둘러싼 논란의 주요 원인은 무엇인가?
A. A. 핵 낙진이나 플라스틱과 같은 층서학적 증거가 전혀 없다.
B. B. 어떤 이들은 그것이 엄격한 지질학적 기준보다는 문화적·정치적 고려에 의해 더 좌우된다고 주장한다.
C. C. 제안된 시기는 표준 지질 연대표에 맞추기에는 너무 길다.
D. D. 과학자들은 인간의 영향이 지구 시스템에 영향을 미치기에는 너무 작다는 데 보편적으로 동의한다.
✅ 正确答案
B. Some argue it is driven more by cultural and political concerns than strict geological criteria.
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