Environmental Toxicology: How Does It Affect Ecosystems?
Environmental toxicology focuses on how pollutants impact ecosystems and wildlife. It studies the toxic effects of pollutants such as pesticides, industrial chemicals, and heavy metals on non-human organisms and their habitats. Environmental toxicologists assess the ecological risks and help develop strategies to mitigate pollution and protect biodiversity. Issues like bioaccumulation and biomagnification, where toxins concentrate in organisms and move up the food chain, are key concerns in this area.
