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During which epoch are we currently in Earth's history?
Anthropocene
What is the Industrial era also known as?
Holocene
What is the main driver of changes in the Earth's landscape during the Industrial era?
Carbon emissions
What is the term used to describe the changes caused by human activities that exceed the normal biogeochemical cycles?
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Which era is characterized by human activities that rival or exceed the great forces of Nature in influencing the Earth System?
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Which epoch is characterized by human activities that have become so profound and pervasive that they rival, or exceed, the great forces of Nature in influencing the functioning of the Earth System?
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What is the term used to describe the current epoch in Earth's history?
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What is the main driver of changes in the landscape of the Earth during the Industrial era?
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Which era is also known as the Holocene epoch?
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What are the changes caused by human activities that exceed the normal biogeochemical cycles called?
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