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

Options

A. `[XeO_(6)]^(4-)`
B. `XeF_(8)`
C. `OSO_(4)`
D. `RuO_(4)`

Answer

B

Explanation

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