Identify the incorrect statement, regarding the molecules $\mathrm{XeO}_4$ :

• Correct answer
  A

  $\mathrm{XeO}_4$ molecule is square planar
• B

  There are four $p \pi-d \pi$ bonds
• C

  There are four $s p^3-\mathrm{p}, \sigma$ bonds
• D

  $\mathrm{XeO}_4$ molecule is tetrahedral

Solution

The structure of $\mathrm{XeO}_4$ is as shown below.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.