In comparison to $C - C l$ bond in ethyl chloride, the $C - C l$ bond in vinyl chloride is:

longer and weaker

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shorter and weaker

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longer and stronger

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shorter and stronger

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Solution

The correct option is D shorter and stronger

$C - C l$ bond in vinyl chloride has partial double bond character.

Therefore, the $C - C l$ bond in vinyl chloride is shorter and stronger as compound to $C - C l$ bond in ethyl chloride.

Option D is correct.

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