Snooker is more difficult than other pool games. A player must place a red ball in the pocket to win a frame. Next, they must position a colored object at one of the five designated spots. This happens in a predetermined order. The frame is won if the player has the most points.
A rack of fifteen red snooker balls makes up a set of snooker balls. Each ball has its own point value. A yellow ball is worth two points, a green ball three points, a blue ball five points, and a black ball seven points. It is possible to also strike an opponent’s ball with a blackball.
The balls for snooker have a smaller diameter than those for pool. They are 52.5 mm in size. They are usually made of phenolic resin. The World Pool-Billiard Association has set the ball's weight at 5+1/2 to 6 oz. They have a tolerance of 0.060 inches, which means that they can differ by less than 0.5 oz. These balls have been used in many different forms of snooker.
In addition to snooker, some players also play pool, and many public betting houses have installed pool tables in their establishments to attract bettors. The standard pool balls are larger and have a diameter of 5.7 cm to 6.0 cm. These balls are for straight, eight-ball, nine ball, and nine-ball. They are also used to create special televised set of pool with a spotted ball. Other sets may also include colored balls that are numbered according to point values.
The World Pool-Billiard Association requires that all snooker balls must be uniform in hardness and weight. This ensures that the balls have a perfect roundness, and they are also more durable than other balls. In fact, phenolic Snooker balls are five times more durable than other balls made of polymers. They also feature a friction-resistant rolling that improves their durability.
Snooker ball sets usually measure 2+1/16in in in diameter. However there are smaller sets. Larger sets will require more pocket openings. They also have a narrower throat that the standard. They are also manufactured with five or six pockets.
Aramith of Belgium manufactures snooker ball. They are the world's largest manufacturer of pool balls. The brand is well-known for its phenolic resin and uniform toughness. Their balls are perfectly round with a friction resistant roll. These balls are among the best on the market. They are a good choice for anyone who owns a pool table. They come in a variety of colors, including blue, yellow, pink, red, and green.
The World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association regulates professional snooker and sets rules. They also allow the use of snooker ball sets in amateur leagues. They also provide snooker sets for World Snooker professional players.