Cyrtomium falcatum. 1  Aptly named, Japanese holly fern produces fronds that do indeed resemble holly leaves with their glossy, deep green leathery appearance. 2  It needs moist but well-drained soil in a protected location to thrive. 3  It also makes for a good houseplant in climates where it isn't hardy.
A baseball bat is a third-class lever because the fulcrum is on the  end of one side, the effect force is in the middle, and the  resistant force, the load, is at the top.
It is also what determines if the bat is approved for a certain league or not. So when purchasing a new bat, it's a great idea to shop by bat material: Wood Baseball Bats $ - $$ - Used primarily by professional ball players, wooden baseball bats are heavier and have less hitting power than metal bats.