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Origin and fate of hydrocarbons in Sullom Voe

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  05 December 2011

J. M. Davies ,
R. Johnston ,
K. J. Whittle  and
P. R. Mackie
J. M. Davies
Affiliation:
D.A.F.S. Marine Laboratory, Aberdeen, Scotland
R. Johnston
Affiliation:
D.A.F.S. Marine Laboratory, Aberdeen, Scotland
K. J. Whittle
Affiliation:
M.A.F.F. Torry Research Station, Aberdeen, Scotland
P. R. Mackie
Affiliation:
M.A.F.F. Torry Research Station, Aberdeen, Scotland
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Synopsis

The results of chemical analyses for hydrocarbon components in the surface water film, water, sediment traps and sediments are presented for samples collected during the period 1973–78. The n-alkane profiles of these samples are used to characterise the hydrocarbons and to help in determining their origin. The amounts of hydrocarbon present are compared to the estimated inputs of petroleum hydrocarbons from operational losses and accidents based upon analogies with worldwide averages and with data taken from other similar oil terminals. Some conclusions are drawn as to the likely fate of this oil in Sullom Voe.

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Proceedings of the Royal Society of Edinburgh, Section B: Biological Sciences , Volume 80: The marine environment of Sullom Voe and the implication of oil developments , 1981 , pp. 135 - 154
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Copyright © Royal Society of Edinburgh 1981

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