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

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{[X e O_{6}]}^{4 -}

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X e F_{8}

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O s O_{4}

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R u O_{4}

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Solution

The correct option is B $X e F_{8}$
$X e$ shows $+ 8$ oxidation state in $X e F_{8}$ but it does not exist because of steric hindrance of $8 F$ atoms.

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