Spatial-environmental assessment and molecular fingerprinting of petrogenic hydrocarbons in soil-plant systems around an urban oil refinery

Key Points

• Petrogenic hydrocarbons were found to influence soil and plant health significantly, indicating environmental degradation.
• The study identifies specific molecular fingerprints of hydrocarbons present in the soil-plant systems from refinery emissions.
• Spatial-environmental assessments were performed around an urban oil refinery to evaluate contamination levels.
• These findings highlight the need for monitoring urban areas with oil refineries to safeguard public health.