American football teams can score points by carrying the ball over the opposing goal line, possessing the ball or tackling an opposing ball carrier in the opposing end zone, or kicking the ball through the opposing goal posts. A touchdown is worth six points, a field goal is worth three points, a safety is usually […]
Trampoline points are used on woodworking beam compasses to draw large arcs or transfer large diameter measurements. They can be attached to wooden beams or steel rulers and can include pencil holders and ink markers. Trammel points are used to extend the range of possible measurements and can include knife attachments for cutting discs from […]
Trampoline points are used on woodworking beam compasses for drawing large arcs or transferring large diameter measurements. They can be attached to wooden beams or steel rulers and come in simple or complex designs with peripheral accessories. Beam compasses allow for extended measurements with accuracy and control. Trammel points are attached to the beam and […]
The world’s extreme points include the geographic and magnetic poles, Mt. Everest as the highest point, the Dead Sea as the lowest point on land, and the Challenger Deep as the lowest point in the ocean. El Azizia, Libya and Death Valley, California are the hottest points, while Vostok station in Antarctica is the coldest. […]
Point machines are used to switch railway tracks and are controlled by a central computer. They come in different types, but must be reliable, low maintenance, economically viable, and universally suitable. They have evolved from manual control to being controlled from a distance. They vary in appearance, but are usually a small metal box with […]
Botts Points are raised markers developed by Dr. Elbert Dysart Botts for highways in California. They can be round or square and come in white, yellow, blue, or red. They are used instead of or in addition to painted lines and are easier to see at night. Botts dots are used as lane dividers, to […]
Ice cream dots are small balls of ice cream that are frozen using liquid nitrogen for a unique texture. They require specific storage environments and are often sold in high-end commercial installations. They come in various flavors, some of which are created using synthetic blends of sugar and flavors. Ice cream dots are specialized dairy […]
Weight Watchers uses a food intake tracking system called POINTS, which assigns values based on the nutritional value and energy of a food. Members can choose between the Core Plan or Flex Plan, and are assigned a daily allowance of POINTS based on their weight. Activity can also earn additional POINTS. Weight Watcher POINTS is […]
Lagrange points are stable points in space where objects can remain in a fixed position relative to a planet orbiting the Sun. Earth has five Lagrange points, including L1 and L2, which are ideal for space stations. L4 and L5 contain interplanetary dust and are called Trojan points. L3 is on the opposite side of […]
The Dow Jones Industrial Average is a number representing the average price of 30 of the largest and most widely traded stocks in the US, created by Charles Dow. It is calculated by dividing the total price of the 30 selected stocks by a chosen number to compensate for structural changes. The index is expressed […]
Talking points are suggestions given to political workers to present a candidate or issue favorably. They keep a focused message and can be distributed through a memo. While effective, they can make for a boring interview and limit the chance to show personality. Talking points are suggestions given to different campaign workers and political parties […]
President Woodrow Wilson, who campaigned on keeping the US out of WWI, signed a declaration of war against Germany in 1917. He later presented his postwar peace plan, known as the Fourteen Points, which included open diplomacy, free trade, disarmament, and redrawing of borders. The final point called for an international association of nations, which […]
Consumer staples include products regularly purchased by most consumers, such as food, personal hygiene, home maintenance, and tobacco products. They are items that need to be purchased multiple times due to consistent demand, and come in various brands, sizes, and types. Consumer staples are products that are regularly purchased by the majority of consumers. In […]
The term “brownie points” refers to gaining favor by doing something attractive or useful. Its origins include trade stamps, railroad worker merit systems, and Girl Scout badges. It has become a popular means of referring to any type of reward for desirable behavior. “Brownie Points” is a term that is often used to identify the […]
Plot points are events that advance the action of a story, including the inciting incident, pinching, and climax. They can be major or minor events, such as character introductions or deaths. The climax is typically associated with a moment of confrontation between opposing forces. Plot points are found at various points in the story; with […]
