What would happen is the earth we’re less massive

Gravity is directly proportional to the masses of the two objects in question.

If the Earth’s mass were to spontaneously decrease, and the mass of its inhabitants were to stay the same, then the gravitational attraction between the two would be less.

Explanation:

the proximity of water was an advantage to western europe and its culture was able to flourish as a result. trade and travel by sea were easier and safer in historical times.

1. there are no mountains to protect it from the sea

2. and its has wet cool summers and wet, mild winters.