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M is a metal above hydrogen in the activity series and its oxide has the formula M2O. This oxide when dissolved in water forms the corresponding hydroxide which is a good conductor of electricity. In the above context answer the following:
What kind of combination exists between M and O?

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It is an electrovalent bond as the bond is formed between a metal and a non metal due to the attraction of oppositely charged ions.

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