Explain with the help of an ionic equation for the formation of the following :
Calcium oxide

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Solution

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

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