How do blocks in cryptocurrency ensure transparency and immutability?

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• Mostafa JamousAug 16, 2020 · 6 years ago
  In the world of cryptocurrency, blocks are the building blocks of transparency and immutability. They ensure transparency by recording all transactions in a public ledger called the blockchain. Each block contains a list of transactions that have been verified by miners. Once a block is added to the blockchain, it becomes a permanent part of the record and cannot be modified. This allows anyone to view the transaction history and verify the authenticity of transactions. Immutability is achieved through the use of cryptographic hash functions. Each block has a unique hash that is generated based on the data it contains. If any data in the block is altered, the hash will change, indicating that the block has been tampered with. This makes it extremely difficult for anyone to modify the data stored in the blocks without being detected.
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