Several factors influence an ecosystem's resilience to toxicological stressors. Biodiversity plays a significant role; ecosystems with higher diversity tend to be more resilient due to the presence of redundant species that can fulfill similar roles. Additionally, the physical and chemical properties of the pollutants, the exposure duration, and the existing condition of the ecosystem also determine resilience levels. Human activities and climate change further complicate these interactions, often reducing resilience by exacerbating stressors.
