The ions {eq}\rm K^+ {/eq} and {eq}\rm Ca^{2+} {/eq} occur in chemical compounds, but the ions {eq}\rm K^{2+} {/eq} and {eq}\rm Ca^{3+} {/eq} do not. Explain.
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The ions {eq}\rm K^+ {/eq} and {eq}\rm Ca^{2+} {/eq} occur in chemical compounds, but the ions {eq}\rm K^{2+} {/eq} and {eq}\rm Ca^{3+} {/eq} do not. Explain.
Ionic Compounds
Ionic compounds are formed between two atoms of opposite charge. These charges are formed by giving or accepting electrons from each other. Compounds formed from positive and negative charge is known as ionic compound.
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