Editing The Pen Addict 1 (section)

== List of Terms ==

* [[Ballpoint ink]] - oil based ink.  Consistent
* [[Gel ink]] - consistent and dark.  It can smear.  Less bleed through.  Runs out faster.  Currently very popular.  Vibrant colors.  Suspension.
* [[Liquid ink]] - water based ink that flows well and dries quickly.  Bleeds.
* [[Needle tip]] - The point of the pen is shaped like a needle that you would poke yourself with.  Example:  Hi tec C
* [[Conical tip]] - shaped like a cone. 
* Tip size vs line width - not always the same
* [[Nib]] - writing end of a fountain pen
* [[Hybrid ink]] - roller ball/ballpoint  example: [[Uni-ball Jetstream]]
* Cap
* Retractable
* Posted - putting the cap on the end of your pen
* Nock - clicker or clicky
* Smooth vs Scratchy - how the pen writes
* [[Mechanical pencil]] - what you can usually find at the store
* [[Drafting pencil]] - has a needle point that is made for architects and engineers