$C_{60}$ (Buckminsterfullerene) consists of which of the following?

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

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