The ratio of Ca2+ ions to stearate anions depends on the specific compound or salt being referred to. For example, in calcium stearate (Ca(C17H35COO)2), the ratio is 1:2, with one Ca2+ ion for every two stearate anions. However, in other compounds, such as calcium di(stearate) (Ca(C17H35COO)2), the ratio may vary.