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Glossary

Gas

The fee paid to execute a transaction on a blockchain.

Gas

The fee paid to execute a transaction on a blockchain.

In practice

The fee paid to execute a transaction on a blockchain. Understanding it helps you read the rest of our coverage with confidence.

Frequently asked

Why does Gas matter?
Because it changes how you should read the numbers.
Is Gas the same everywhere?
Definitions vary slightly by region and source.