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In geography and geology, a cliff is a vertical, or near vertical, rock exposure. Cliffs are formed 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 include sandstone, limestone, chalk, and dolomite. Igneous rocks such as granite and basalt also often form cliffs.
An escarpment (or scarp) is a type of cliff, formed by the movement of a geologic fault, or a landslide.
Most cliffs have some form of scree slope at their base. In arid areas or under high cliffs, these are generally exposed jumbles of fallen rock. In areas of higher moisture, a soil slope may obscure the talus. Many cliffs also feature tributary waterfalls or rock shelters. Sometimes a cliff peters out at the end of a ridge, with tea tables or other types of rock columns remaining. Coastal erosion may lead to the formation of sea cliffs along a receding coastline.
The official music video for The Classic Crime's song "The Precipice" from our album "PHOENIX" released 8/14/12. Purchase at http://www.theclassiccrime.com. To own shares in this song, go here: https://newyorkrockexchange.com/the_classic_crime/the_precipice?source_tag=TCC Video Credits: Directed and Edited by Dan Dobi Location: Thornewood Castle, Lakewood, WA (http://www.thornewoodcastle.com) Director of Photography: Sean D. Brown (http://www.seandbrown.com) and Dan Dobi Jib Operator: Tim Jankowski Grips: Jeffery Blackburn, Matthew Torrie Other helpful people: Kristie MacDonald, Andrea Beaty Lyrics: I wish I could play the violin I'd play 'til tears rolled down your cheek and chin And if you sang along We could write the saddest song Sometimes I indulge my every whim And piece-by...
WOWZA this is one hair-raising trail! Come clamber up Acadia National Park's most infamous trail, Precipice, & come face to face with its iron-runged greatness. This version of the trek packs more EPIC in it's 1.6 miles than any other trail I've ever tackled. You can take my word for it, or go see for yourself! For more from Unboring Exploring, visit: http://www.unboringexploring.com For more information on this hike, visit: http://www.acadiamagic.com/precipice-trail.htm
"Precipice / All We Love We Leave Behind" by Converge, off the album 'All We Love We Leave Behind', available now! Download the album on iTunes: http://bit.ly/W6CrFK Order the CD and vinyl at: http://www.epitaphstore.com Built, shot and edited by Craig Murray http://www.vimeo.com/209mm http://www.convergecult.com http://www.twitter.com/convergecult http://facebook.com/converge http://convergecult.tumblr.com/
Purchase On iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/id1116762831?app=itunes Merchandise: http://zephyrbandofficial.bigcartel.com/ Spotify: https://play.spotify.com/artist/5OGB74mgsuN8jDnmyFZtJQ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zephyrbandofficial Twitter: https://twitter.com/Zephyr_Band Instagram: @zephyrbandofficial Engineered by Kelly Pinchin Drums Recorded & Edited by Mike Bennett at Foxhound Recording Studios: https://www.facebook.com/foxhoundrecordingstudios/ Mixed and Mastered by Brian Hood at 456 Recordings: http://www.456recordings.com/ Post Production by George Christie at Nether Audio: https://www.facebook.com/netheraudio/ Filmed, Directed and Edited by Chris Porter of Life Is Art Visuals: https://www.lifeisartvisuals.com All rights belong to Zephyr. Lyrics: Born again, Th...
From: Bleach Track: On The Precipice Of Defeat Extended and in HQ. Not originally created by me, I do not claim copyright of this Soundtrack. Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB-O2GTFANKWYdNRjaDdbRefWJyyysY8Q Original Picture Link: http://i.ytimg.com/vi/ze5W8cDHcsQ/maxresdefault.jpg Don't bother the "Tin Man" advertisment, it's bullshit.
This video provides a true indication of what the Precipice Trail is. Young children and people who are not physically strong or afraid of heights should not attempt this "non technical" climb. Make sure you check with the rangers as this trail can be closed during Peregrine Falcon breeding season. My recommendation for the decent is the newly renovated Orange and Black Trail. After you reach the summit, continue straight and pick up the trail. It is fun and much safer than backing down rungs and ladders. UPDATE: I would like to send my heart-felt condolences to the family and friends of 22-year old Shirley Ladd who tragically lost her life on the Precipice in July 2012. RIP
From the album "Pop That Pretty Thirty" www.glitchmode.com/rabbitjunk www.facebook.com/RabbitJunkOfficial?fref=ts
On the edge of a dream that's where you'll find me
The edge of a dream all seems so real
At the edge of the world is where you'll find yourself
naked and alone as the day of your birth
final page has turned reality no more
the nightmare has begun this book will soon close
At the precipice edge we stand alone
hanging on by a thread we stand alone
nowhere else to be led we stand alone
on the very edge alone and empty
Reach for the edge hold on with all your might
regain control lost for so long
take a hold of yourself too far gone to be saved
is there nowhere else you can run?
The game is over you've lost
Left alone to count the cost
Leaning over you see the edge
falling down
On the edge of a dream thats where you'll find me
the edge of a dream all seems so real
Darkness has come it covers you
Hang on to the edge with all your might
Pull yourself up again before your hold is lost
never too late to recover your dreams
On the edge of a dream is where you'll find me
The edge of a dream all seems so real
At the edge of the world is where you'll find yourself
Naked and alone as the day of your birth
Final page has turned, reality is no more
the nightmare has begun and this book will soon close
At the precipice edge we stand alone
hanging on by a thread we stand alone
nowhere else to be led we stand alone