Force of attraction between K+ and O2- ions

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Calculate the force of attraction between a K+ and O2- ion whose centers are separated by a distance of 1.5nm

I think you use this equation Ea= -(A/r)
but I am not sure what A is
 
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You need to use columb's law. Make sure you recognise the charges for each ion aren't equal.