Which statement is not correct about fullerene `C_(60)`?

Options

A. It contains 20-six membered rings and 12-five membered rings
B. All carbon atoms undergo `sp^(2)`- hybridisation
C. A six membered ring is fused with six membered ring only
D. A five membered ring is fused with six membered ring only

Answer

C

Explanation

`C_(60)` fullerence contains 20 six membered rings and 12 five membered rings with all `C-` atom `sp^(2)`- hybridised. A five membered ring is fused with six membered ring like we see pattern on a football.