The concept of the 'Anthropocene' has gained traction among geologists and environmental scientists as a proposed new geological epoch defined 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 provide clear stratigraphic evidence. However, critics contend that the term is more cultural than scientific, as the proposed markers are not uniformly distributed across geological strata and may not persist over the long timescales typical of formal geological divisions. This debate highlights the tension between scientific classification and societal narratives of environmental change.
❓ 지문에 따르면, 인류세를 공식적인 지질 시대(epoch)로 규정하는 것에 대한 주요 비판은 무엇인가?
A. 그것의 표지들은 모든 지질 층에 걸쳐 너무 고르게 분포되어 있다.
B. 그 증거는 지질학적 분류에 충분히 일관되거나 오래 지속되지 않을 수 있다.
C. 문화적 영향에 너무 치중하고 물리적 증거에는 소홀하다.
D. 이는 인간이 전 세계 이산화탄소 농도에 미치는 영향을 과대평가하고 있습니다.
✅ 正确答案
Its evidence may not be consistent or long-lasting enough for geological classification.
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