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What is a Turn?

Angle Unit

Definition

A turn (also called revolution or cycle) is a unit of angle equal to 360 degrees or 2π radians, representing one complete rotation.

History

The turn is a natural unit representing one complete rotation. It is sometimes used in engineering and physics for clarity.

Common Uses

  • Describing rotations
  • Engineering specifications
  • Dance and figure skating
  • Wheel rotations

Fun Facts

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A 'half turn' is 180 degrees

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Figure skaters perform multiple turns (rotations)

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1 turn equals 360 degrees or 2π radians

All Turn Conversions