how can area be a vector? (flux equation)

mujadeo

1. The problem statement, all variables and given/known data
How can area be a vector? ( flux = E-vector dot product A-vector )
?

2. Relevant equations

3. The attempt at a solution

tyco05

If my memory serves me correctly the area vector's direction is given by the normal to the surface.

It allows for us to define the plane in which the area lies.

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mujadeo	how can area be a vector? (flux equation) Tweet 1. The problem statement, all variables and given/known data How can area be a vector? ( flux = E-vector dot product A-vector ) ? 2. Relevant equations 3. The attempt at a solution

tyco05	If my memory serves me correctly the area vector's direction is given by the normal to the surface. It allows for us to define the plane in which the area lies.