The concept of the 'Anthropocene' has gained considerable traction in geological and environmental circles, though its formal recognition as a new epoch remains contentious. Proponents argue that human activities, particularly since the mid-20th century, have left indelible markers in sedimentary layers, such as radioactive isotopes from nuclear tests and microplastics. These signatures, they contend, justify a distinct geological time unit. However, skeptics within the geological community emphasize that the Earth's stratigraphic record must reflect a clear, globally synchronous change, not merely a diffuse anthropogenic imprint. They caution that the term, while evocative for public discourse, may conflate geological precision with political advocacy. This debate underscores a deeper tension between scientific classification and societal urgency, as the label 'Anthropocene' carries profound implications for how humanity perceives its role in shaping planetary history.
❓ 지문에 따르면, 일부 지질학자들이 인류세의 공식 인정을 반대하는 주된 이유는 무엇인가?
A. A. 그들은 인간의 영향이 너무 국지적이며 전 지구적으로 동시적이지 않다고 믿는다.
B. B. 그들은 그 용어가 과학적 정확성보다는 주로 정치적 목적으로 사용된다고 주장한다.
C. C. 그들은 사용된 지표들이 아직 퇴적층에서 명확히 정의되지 않았다고 주장한다.
D. D. 그들은 그 개념이 대중의 지질학적 시간 이해를 약화시킨다고 생각한다.
✅ 正确答案
A
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