Question

Which compound has planar structure:

• A. $XeF_4$
• B. $XeOF_2$
• C. $XeO_2F_2$
• D. $XeO_4$

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

$XeF_4$

Answer 2

$XeF_4$ has a square planar molecular geometry. The central xenon $(Xe)$ atom is bonded to four fluorine $(F)$ atoms, and the molecule lies in a single plane. This arrangement results in a planar structure for $XeF_4$.
In contrast, the other compounds have different molecular geometries. $XeOF_2$ has a bent shape, $XeO_2F_2$ has a seesaw shape, and $XeO_4$ has a tetrahedral shape.

So, the correct option is (A): $XeF_4$