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A capital L, rotational momentum about an axis.
Also known as: Angular momentum, Moment of momentum, Capital L
Angular momentum is the rotational counterpart of momentum, and unlike momentum it is defined relative to a chosen point — change the origin and the value changes. In quantum mechanics it is quantised, which is why the same letter appears with integer and half-integer values in atomic notation.
Denotes angular momentum, the moment of linear momentum about a specified point or axis.
Contexts: Laboratory
Depends on the reference point chosen, unlike linear momentum; a value quoted without an origin is incomplete.
Contexts: Laboratory
Collides with the Lagrangian, self-inductance and luminance, all written with a capital L.
Contexts: Laboratory
An italic capital letter L, a vertical stroke with a horizontal foot to the right.