Quick help needed, How electronegativity is related to polarising power?

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Electronegativity is directly related to polarizing power, as higher polarizing power indicates a greater ability of an atom to attract electrons. This relationship suggests that as an atom's ability to polarize surrounding electron clouds increases, its electronegativity also rises. Additionally, electronegativity increases with the s-character in hybrid orbitals, meaning that orbitals with more s-character are more effective at attracting electrons. Understanding these concepts is crucial for grasping the behavior of atoms in chemical bonding. Clarifying these relationships can enhance comprehension of molecular interactions and reactivity.
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I was studying about electronegativity from a book.
Its written that as polarizing power increases, electronegativity increases.
Also, the electronegativity increases as the s-character in the hybrid orbitals increases.
I don't understand these two statements.
I don't understand how electronegativity is related to polarising power and s-character? :confused:

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\phi=(Charge on cation)/(Radius of cation)2


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