AI summary: Scientists have chosen a sinkhole lake in Canada to mark the start of the Anthropocene epoch, a new geological age dominated by human activities. The lake’s sediments show clear evidence of human impact from 1950 onwards, including plutonium from hydrogen bomb tests and particles from fossil fuel burning. If approved, the official declaration of the Anthropocene epoch will be made in August 2024, highlighting the significant transformation of the planet due to industrialised humanity. The Anthropocene epoch is characterised by the climate crisis, wildlife loss, invasive species spread, and widespread pollution.
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