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. Unlike previous epochs, which were defined by natural climate shifts and biological evolution, the Anthropocene is marked by human-induced changes such as nuclear fallout, plastic pollution, and elevated carbon dioxide levels. Proponents argue that these markers are stratigraphically distinct and will be preserved in the rock record, justifying a formal designation. However, skeptics contend that the term is more cultural than scientific, noting that human activities have altered the environment for millennia, and that the proposed markers may not be globally synchronous. This debate underscores the challenge of defining geological time in an era of rapid planetary change, raising questions about the intersection of science, policy, and human responsibility.
❓ 지문에 따르면, 회의론자들이 인류세를 지질학적 시대로 공식 지정하는 것에 의문을 제기하는 주된 이유는 무엇인가?
A. A. 인간이 환경에 미치는 영향은 너무 점진적이고 균일하여 명확히 식별하기 어렵다.
B. B. 제안된 지표들은 전 세계적으로 동시에 나타나지 않을 수 있으며, 그 용어는 과학적이라기보다 문화적일 수 있다.
C. C. 핵 낙진과 플라스틱 오염은 지질층을 변화시킬 만큼 충분히 중요하지 않다.
D. D. 인류세(Anthropocene) 개념은 증거 부족으로 인해 대부분의 지질학자들에 의해 이미 거부되었습니다.
✅ 正确答案
B. The proposed markers may not occur at the same time across the globe, and the term may be more cultural than scientific.
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