In $C_{60}$,all carbon atoms are:

  • A
    $sp^2$-hybridized and have a truncated icosahedral shape.
  • B
    $sp^3$-hybridized and have a truncated icosahedral shape.
  • C
    $sp^2$-hybridized with a diamond shape.
  • D
    $sp^2$-hybridized with a graphite-like shape.

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