Complete the following electron dot diagrams :

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Solution

The two electrons lost by calcium during the formation of cation are gained by oxygen in the formation of the anion.
The two oppositely charged ions get stabilised by achieving inert gas configuration .
They are held together by a strong electrostatic force of attraction.

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