Question 762 Deck General

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According to the Chemical Data Guide, epichlorohydrin is a(n) _______________.

A corrosive
B class B poison
C oxidizer
D explosive
AI Explanation

The correct answer is B) class B poison. According to the Chemical Data Guide for Bulk Shipment, epichlorohydrin is classified as a Class B poison. This means it is a toxic substance that can cause injury or death through ingestion, inhalation, or skin absorption. The guide provides detailed information on the hazardous properties and handling requirements for epichlorohydrin and other hazardous materials. The other answer choices are incorrect because epichlorohydrin is not considered a corrosive (A), an oxidizer (C), or an explosive (D) under the hazardous materials regulations. The Chemical Data Guide is the authoritative source for determining the proper hazard classification of chemicals relevant to the Coast Guard Captain's License Examination.

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