There are a total of eight species of pangolin on our planet. Pangolins, also known as scaly anteaters, are unique creatures that are covered in hard, plate-like scales. They are insectivorous (feeding on insects) and are mainly nocturnal.
Balloon framing, framework of a wooden building in which the elements consist of small members nailed together. In balloon framing, the studs (vertical members) extend the full height of the building (usually two stories) from foundation plate to rafter plate, as contrasted with platform framing, in which each floor is framed separately.
As a result, the balloon frame cost. c.40% less to construct.â7 The use of the machine cut nails was much less. expensive than hand-wrought nails, and because the nails were used to attach all. parts of the frame, no time-consuming mortise and tenon joinery or skilled.