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. Proponents argue that markers such as plastic pollution, nuclear fallout, and elevated carbon dioxide levels provide clear stratigraphic evidence of human activity. However, critics contend that the term lacks the formal precision required for a geological time unit, noting that the onset of human influence varies greatly across regions and timescales. They suggest that the term is more useful as a cultural or historical descriptor rather than a strict scientific classification. This debate underscores the tension between scientific rigor and the need to address contemporary environmental crises.
❓ 지문에 따르면, 일부 비평가들이 '인류세'를 지질학적 시대로 공식화하는 것에 반대하는 주된 이유는 무엇인가?
A. A. 인간의 영향은 지질학적 기록에서 나타나지 않는다.
B. B. 해당 용어는 지질 시대 단위에 필요한 정밀한 기준을 충족하지 못합니다.
C. C. 플라스틱 오염과 핵 낙진은 중요한 지표로 간주되지 않는다.
D. D. 그 개념은 문화 연구에만 관련이 있으며, 과학에는 관련이 없다.
✅ 正确答案
B. The term does not meet the precise standards needed for geological time units.
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