Scientists define the current period of time as the Anthropocene, or "age of humans." Which statement best describes the role of humans during the Anthropocene?

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Nikolai Ochoa

Biology

25 September, 21:38

Scientists define the current period of time as the Anthropocene, or "age of humans." Which statement best describes the role of humans during the Anthropocene?

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Lexie Sharp · Answer 1

The correct answer is "Human activities have become the major cause of global change".

Explanation:

The missing options of this question are:

A) Humans are the most numerous species on Earth.

B) Humans live in all habitats where life exists.

C) Human activities have become the major cause of global change.

D) Human activities are achieving the goal of maintaining the Anthropocene indefinitely.

The correct answer is option C) "Human activities have become the major cause of global change".

The Anthropocene is a period of time that more than be dated by an historical event, is identified on a geological perspective by the time at which human activity was of significant impact on Earth's geology and ecosystems. This impact include climate change, affected mainly by the concentrations of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. For instance, it is reported that in pre-industrial times the concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere was of 280 parts per million (ppm), while by 2014, it is reported that it rose up to 400 ppm.