Detection of potential hydrocarbon micro-seepage accumulations along radioactive profiles in the Syrian desert area (Area-1) Syria, using the airborne gamma-ray spectrometry technique
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Abstract
Aerial gamma-ray spectrometry is used herein as an indirect technique for petroleum prospecting in the Syrian desert (Area-1). The focus is on detecting micro-seepage hydrocarbon traps using the thorium Th normalization technique. Five radiometric selected profiles show low residual potassium values termed as KD (%), and high uranium residual values in relation to potassium, termed as DRAD (%) indicating potential micro-seepage occurrences. The research identifies five probable hydrocarbon zones (Pr-1–Pr-5). This indirect approach, aimed at locating stratigraphic and structural traps for hydrocarbons, offers valuable insights for petroleum exploration in the region.
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An international periodical publishing original papers, letters, review papers and short communications on nuclear chemistry. The subjects covered include: Nuclear chemistry, Radiochemistry, Radiation chemistry, Radiobiological chemistry, Environmental radiochemistry, Production and control of radioisotopes and labelled compounds, Nuclear power plant chemistry, Nuclear fuel chemistry, Radioanalytical chemistry, Radiation detection and measurement, Nuclear instrumentation and automation, etc.