Observe the following statements regarding $C_{60}$.
$i$. All carbons are $sp^2$-hybridised.
$ii$. It contains $12$ rings of five carbons each and $20$ rings of six carbons each.
$iii$. It is a non-aromatic compound.
$iv$. It is a pure form of carbon.
$v$. $C-C$ bond lengths in it are $143.5 \ pm$ and $138.3 \ pm$.
$vi$. It is prepared by heating graphite in an electric arc in the presence of oxygen.
The correct statements are

  • A
    $i, ii, iii, iv, v$
  • B
    $i, ii, iv, v$ only
  • C
    $i, ii, iv, vi$ only
  • D
    $i, ii, iii$ only

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