The impact of pollution on ecosystems can be severe, leading to habitat degradation, loss of biodiversity, and adverse health effects on living organisms. Pollutants like heavy metals, plastics, and chemicals can accumulate in food chains, causing harm to not only individual species but entire ecosystems. For instance, water pollution can lead to eutrophication, which results in algal blooms and decreased oxygen levels in aquatic environments. Furthermore, air pollution can affect plants and animals, disrupting their growth and reproductive patterns, ultimately threatening ecosystem health and balance.