2006-06-11 04:29:05 · 3 answers · asked by jay 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Geography
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http://www.m-w.com/dictionary/cliff
Main Entry:cliff
Pronunciation:'klif
Function:noun
Etymology:Middle English clif, from Old English; akin to Old High German klep
: a very steep, vertical, or overhanging face of rock, earth, or ice : PRECIPICE
- cliffy /'kli-fE/ adjective
in other words, a mountain like figure in which is steep.
2006-06-11 08:20:17 · answer #1 · answered by otter7 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In geography, a cliff is a significant vertical, or near vertical, rock exposure. Cliffs are categorized as erosion landforms due to the processes of erosion and weathering that produce them. Cliffs are common on coasts, in mountainous areas, escarpments and along rivers. Cliffs are usually formed by rock that is resistant to erosion and weathering. Sedimentary rocks most likely to form cliffs are sandstone, limestone, chalk, and dolomite. Igneous rocks, such as granite and basalt also often form cliffs.
2006-06-12 07:43:19 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
what a stupid question thanks for two points.
2006-06-11 14:21:23 · answer #3 · answered by That one guy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋