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In which of the following is the highest oxidation state not possible?

A

`[XeO_(6)]^(4-)`

B

`XeF_(8)`

C

`OSO_(4)`

D

`RuO_(4)`

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The correct Answer is:
B
`Xe` shows `+8` oxidation state in `XeF_(6)`, but it does not exist because of steric hindrance of `8 F` atoms.
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