Marine pollution is a global concern with significant ecological and economic consequences. Understanding the effects of chemical pollutants on marine organisms is crucial for effective monitoring and management strategies. Model organisms, representative species studied to gain insights into the interactions of chemicals with biological processes, are used to predict the impact of pollutants on non-model species. However, caution must be exercised in extrapolating findings from model organisms to the entire ecosystem. Multiple model organisms that occupy different parts of the food web and habitat types should be used to provide a more comprehensive representation of the ecosystem. [Extracted from the article]

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