Which of the following reacts dangerously with vinyl chloride?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option C — concentrated nitric acid
Vinyl chloride is an extremely flammable and reactive monomer. Under USCG compatibility standards (46 CFR 150), it reacts violently and dangerously with strong oxidizing agents, such as concentrated nitric acid, which can trigger rapid, highly exothermic polymerization or explosive decomposition.
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