Angular momentum of a particle (L = r × p)

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L = r × p

What each symbol means

SymbolWhat it stands for
LAngular momentum (kg·m²/s)
pLinear momentum mv (kg·m/s)
rPosition from chosen origin (m)

When to use this

Origin must be stated; L depends on choice of origin unless p through origin.