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What is the dimensional formula of angular momentum and what are its units ? Is it a scalar ?

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The dimensional formula of angular momentum is `[M^(1)L^(2)T^(-1)]`. Its units are `kg m^(2) s^(-1)`. It is not a scalar, but a vactor.
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