Question

$C_{60}$ contains

• A. 20 pentagons and 12 hexagons
• B. 12 pentagons and 20 hexagons
• C. 30 pentagons and 30 hexagons
• D. 24 pentagons and 36 hexagons

Answer 1

The correct option is B

12 pentagons and 20 hexagons

$C_{60}$ is a molecule that consists of 60 carbon atoms, arranged as 12 pentagons and 20 hexagons. It very closely resembles the structure of a soccer ball.