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 of human activity. However, critics contend that the term is more cultural than scientific, noting that the formal recognition of an epoch requires globally synchronous and long-lasting geological signatures, which current human-induced changes may not fully satisfy. This debate highlights the intersection of scientific classification and societal awareness, raising questions about how we define and respond to our planetary influence.
❓ 지문에 따르면, 일부 비평가들이 인류세를 지질학적 시대로 공식 인정하는 것에 반대하는 주요 이유는 무엇인가?
A. A. 인간에 의한 변화는 아직 지질학적 기록에서 나타나지 않았다.
B. B. 제안된 지표들은 전 지구적 동시성과 장기적 지질학적 지속성을 결여하고 있다.
C. C. 핵 낙진과 플라스틱 오염은 너무 미미하여 중요하지 않다.
D. D. 이 용어는 모든 지질학자와 환경 과학자들에 의해 거부되었습니다.
✅ 正确答案
B. The proposed markers lack global synchrony and long-term geological persistence.
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