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\the smog society\ contains all of the science fiction elements except

a setting that is in space
scientific vocabulary and imagery
the consequences of technology

Explanation:

🆕 New Concept Discovered: Genre Conventions of Science Fiction
Identifying common elements that define sci-fi stories.

Step 1: Analyze the question and the story's context

The question asks which science fiction element is not present in the short story "The Smog Society" (by Chen Qiufan).

"The Smog Society" is a climate-fiction (cli-fi) / science fiction story set in a near-future, heavily polluted Chinese city (Beijing). It focuses on the relationship between atmospheric smog and human emotional states, utilizing scientific monitoring equipment, data analysis, and exploring the psychological and societal consequences of environmental technology and pollution.

Step 2: Evaluate the options against the story

• A setting that is in space: The story takes place entirely on Earth, specifically in a smog-choked metropolitan city. It does not feature outer space travel or a space setting.
• Scientific vocabulary and imagery: The story heavily uses scientific and technical terms related to meteorology, aerosol particles, psychological monitoring, and environmental data.
• The consequences of technology: The narrative directly explores how industrialization, urbanization, and technological monitoring affect human health, empathy, and society.

Therefore, the only element listed that is excepted (not present) is a setting in space.

Answer:

A setting that is in space