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Just watched a video of another way of thinking of angles , Rational curvature and winding numbers
What do you think ?
What do you think ?
Degrees and radians are units of measurement used to express angles. Degrees measure angles in a circle where there are 360 degrees in a full circle. Radians, on the other hand, are based on the radius of a circle and measure angles in terms of the ratio of the arc length to the radius. There are 2π (approximately 6.28) radians in a full circle.
It depends on the situation. Degrees are often used in everyday life and for simpler calculations, while radians are preferred in more advanced mathematical and scientific calculations. Radians are also useful in calculus and trigonometry because their relationship to the unit circle makes it easier to work with circular functions.
To convert from degrees to radians, multiply the number of degrees by π/180. To convert from radians to degrees, multiply the number of radians by 180/π.
Yes, you can use either units for any type of angle. However, radians are often preferred for angles that involve circular motion or trigonometric functions, while degrees are more commonly used for simpler angles.
Understanding degrees and radians is important because they are both commonly used units of measurement for angles. Depending on the field of study, one unit may be more relevant than the other. Additionally, being able to convert between the two can make mathematical and scientific calculations more efficient and accurate.