Angle as Vector: Vector Addition Property Explained

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The discussion centers on the classification of angle as a vector quantity despite its failure to adhere to the vector addition property, which only applies to infinitesimal angles. Participants question why angle is still considered a vector when electrical current, which also does not follow this rule, is not classified as one. It is clarified that neither electric current nor angle is considered a vector, while current density is recognized as a vector quantity. The conversation highlights the nuances in defining vector quantities in physics. Ultimately, the classification of angle remains contentious due to its unique properties.
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If the physical quantity angle doesn't follow the vector addition property (only infinitesimal angles follow this), why is it even considered to be a vector? Because i thought electrical current isn't considered to be a vector because it doesn't follow this rule. Why isn't it enough to rule out angle as a vector quantity?
 
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If the physical quantity angle doesn't follow the vector addition property (only infinitesimal angles follow this), why is it even considered to be a vector? Because i thought electrical current isn't considered to be a vector because it doesn't follow this rule. Why isn't it enough to rule out angle as a vector quantity?
Neither electric current nor angle are considered to be vectors. Current density is a vector quantity.
 

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