Master's thesis at University of Basrah examines the vertical geochemical and mineral distribution of sediments in Basrah city
A master's thesis at College of Science at University of Basrah examined the vertical geochemical and mineral distribution of sediments for selected areas in Basrah city.
The thesis, presented by the student Zainab Walid Abdul Razzaq Al-Saad, aims to determine the ratios of chemical elements, identify the main elements and rare elements, study their variation according to depth, understand the degree of variation and distribution of elements horizontally and vertically at prominent depths, and evaluate their association with sedimentary environments.
The thesis included a study of the percentage of pollution in the region through pollution factors and investigation of the geochemical factors that determine the degree of decomposition and chemical weathering.
The thesis concluded that the EF-CF-PLI ratios indicate low pollution values, while the geochemical index ratios (CIA) and (CIW) suggest that the study area went through a stage of initial weathering and initial decomposition of sediments.
The thesis recommended conducting a detailed geochemical and mineral study of greater depths. Conducting a comprehensive hydrological study of the ring road in Basrah, given its importance as it surrounds the city from all directions and connects its center to the outskirts.
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