You are transferring a cargo of ethyl chloride and a small amount spills into the water around your vessel. What does the Chemical Data Guide indicate is the solubility of ethyl chloride in water?

Correct Answer: Option B — slight

Ethyl chloride exhibits slight solubility in water, meaning a small quantity entering the aquatic environment will partially dissolve while predominantly volatilizing rapidly due to its low boiling point, presenting localized toxicity and flammability risks.