Easy MCQ +4 / -1 PYQ · JEE Mains 2021

The INCORRECT statement regarding the structure of C60 is :

  1. A The five-membered rings are fused only to six-membered rings.
  2. B It contains 12 six-membered rings and 24 five-membered rings. Correct answer
  3. C Each carbon atom forms three sigma bonds.
  4. D The six-membered rings are fused to both six and five-membered rings.

Solution

C<sub>60</sub> molecule contains 20 five-membered rings and twelve six-membered rings<br><br> All carbon atoms are equal &amp; they undergo sp<sup>2</sup> hybridisation. Each carbon atom form a 3 sigma bond with the other 3 carbon atoms.

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Subject: Chemistry · Chapter: p-Block Elements · Topic: Group 13: Boron Family

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