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What is vinyl chloride, the hazardous substance found in the Ohio train derailment?

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What is vinyl chloride, the hazardous substance found in the Ohio train derailment? – CBS News


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The Feb. 3 Ohio train derailment resulted in the release of toxic chemicals into the environment. But one of those – vinyl chloride – is particularly hazardous, and is associated with a higher risk of some forms of cancer. It can also be used to create a gas that was used as a weapon in WWI. Here’s what to know.

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