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(a) Write the electron dot structurefor calciumand oxygen. The atomic numbers of calcium and oxygen are 20 and 8 respectively. (b) Show the formation of calcium oxideby the transfer of electrons. (c) Ionic compounds are high melting solids. Give reason. |
Answer» SOLUTION :![]() ![]() (c)Ionic compounds have high meltingpoint, as their oppositely charged ions are strongly held together by STRONG electrostatic FORCE of ATTRACTION. |
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