Two ways in which the proximity to water has affected Western Europe's economy:
1) Proximity of water can lead to lack of food, which affects economy of the country in various ways.
2) It has wet cool summers and wet, mild winters, so for shelters and cloths, it affects economy by transportation, extra manufacture etc.
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The answer to your question is DRIED PLANT MATTER ❤️
Water Erosion
Wind Erosion
Glacier Erosion
Sea Erosion
Soil Erosion
Streak i think you may want to wait for a better answer.