A simple sketch of a landscape and label some of the major elements.

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The sketch of a simple landscape is given above, which may be acted upon by geological agents such as wind and water. Various features can be observed evidently on the landscape. First, looking at the cliff, it can be seen that the layers are nearly horizontal.
On further observation, small and large fractures can be seen on the confronting surface of the cliff. The ledges and other rugged parts of the cliff would be made up of resistant rocks. As these rocks are able to withstand weathering due to most geological agents, they remain intact even after the removal of soft materials.
The loose materials observed toward the foot of the cliff may include weathered materials and eroded materials from the top of the cliff. These loose materials contain angular fragments and fine rounded fragments. There is also soil that mostly has sand-sized grains. The grains might have been brought by winds as well. The area is not a vegetated one; only bushes are seen in the region.
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