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Merkle Tree

A data structure used to efficiently verify large datasets.

Definition

A data structure used to efficiently verify large datasets. Blockchains use Merkle trees to summarize all transactions in a block into a single hash. This lets light clients verify transactions without downloading the entire blockchain.

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A bundle of transactions that gets permanently added to the blockchain.

ABI

Application Binary Interface.

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