Question 715 Deck General
70% to passAccording to the Chemical Data Guide, which material is not compatible with vinylidene chloride (inhibited)?
A
Copper or copper alloys
B
Nickel
C
Stainless steel
D
Aluminum
AI Explanation
The correct answer is A) Copper or copper alloys. According to the Chemical Data Guide for Cargo Operations, vinylidene chloride (inhibited) is not compatible with copper or copper alloys. This is because copper and copper alloys can act as a catalyst, causing the vinylidene chloride to polymerize and become unstable. The other materials listed, nickel, stainless steel, and aluminum, are compatible and can be used for storage and handling of vinylidene chloride.
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