Distinguish between capillary action and leaching?

Capillary action is responsible for moving groundwater from wet areas of the soil to dry areas.

Leaching is the loss of water-soluble plant nutrients from the soil.

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.