A Comprehensive Geochemical Study of Al-Debaneh Source Rock in Al-Mhash Block, Central Euphrates Depression, Syria

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  • bashar baghdadi Damascus University

Abstract

This study presents a geochemical analysis of the Debaneh formation in the Al-Mhash block located in the Central Euphrates depression of Syria. The primary objective of this research was to assess the organic matter within the rock formation, focusing on its origin, composition, maturation, and its Total Organic Carbon content. Specifically through unconventional geochemical parameters, which has not been previously done. The organic matter was extracted for analysis. Trace elements (V, Cr, Co, Ni, Sr) were meticulously examined and compared in terms of their distribution patterns and content between both the rock and the organic matter. In Addition, the organic carbon content was estimated, and various elemental ratios such as V/V+Ni, Ni/Co, H/C, and TOC were studied. The results suggest that both the rock and the organic matter share a common origin and were deposited at the same time. In addition, it is noted that the organic matter is of terrestrial origin (terrestrial plant debris input dominance) with a level of maturation is relatively not very well developed. It should be noted that the methodology used in this study differs from traditional methods as it incorporates (mainly) inorganic geochemistry in many aspects to address a topic that has historically been addressed only by organic geochemistry (biomarkers, etc.). This innovative technology is relatively new in the region and represents pioneering work in this field.

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2024-11-02

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baghdadi bashar. A Comprehensive Geochemical Study of Al-Debaneh Source Rock in Al-Mhash Block, Central Euphrates Depression, Syria . TUJ-BA [Internet]. 2024Nov.2 [cited 2025Apr.14];46(3):25-48. Available from: https://journal.tishreen.edu.sy/index.php/bassnc/article/view/17597

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Vol. 46 No. 3 (2024): Tishreen University Journal of Research and Scientific Studies - Basic Sciences Series

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