Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAH) Concentrations in Surface Soils from the Southwest Buenos Aires Province, Argentina

Puntos clave

• Elevated polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons were found in surface soils, indicating contamination.
• At least 70% of soil samples exceeded the safe levels for polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.
• Analysis of soil samples across the Southwest Buenos Aires Province highlighted significant environmental risks.
• These findings suggest a need for monitoring and remediation strategies to address soil contamination.