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Explain with the help of electron dot structural diagram 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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