Iron metal strengthened the Zhou Dynasty by allowing for the production of stronger weapons and tools, enabling the military to expand and protect the empire. However, over time, the widespread use of iron technology led to increased competition among regional lords, weakening central authority and eventually contributing to the dynasty's downfall.
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Iron metal helped the Zhou Dynasty build stronger weapons and tools. But as iron technology spread, regional lords grew more powerful, weakening the central government and leading to the dynasty's collapse.
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Iron metal made Zhou Dynasty stronger with better weapons, but eventually weakened by regional conflict.
