Module 1: Introduction to Blockchain Technology
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What is a blockchain?

  • A centralized database
  • A decentralized, distributed ledger technology (correct)
  • A type of cryptocurrency
  • A programming language
  • Question 2:** Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of blockchain?

  • Immutable
  • Transparent
  • Centralized (correct)
  • Secure
  • How are blocks linked together in a blockchain?

  • Using a central server
  • Through cryptographic hashes (correct)
  • Via manual input by users
  • By a third-party intermediary
  • Which type of blockchain is open to everyone and fully decentralized?

    <p>Public blockchain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who introduced the concept of Bitcoin and blockchain technology?

    <p>Satoshi Nakamoto</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key advantage of blockchain's decentralized nature?

    <p>It enhances security and resilience against attacks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which consensus mechanism involves miners solving complex mathematical puzzles?

    <p>Proof of Work (PoW)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major drawback of the Proof of Work (PoW) consensus mechanism?

    <p>High energy consumption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of a node in a blockchain network?

    <p>To store and validate the blockchain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which blockchain platform introduced the concept of smart contracts?

    <p>Ethereum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Blockchain Basics

    • A blockchain is a decentralized, digital ledger that records transactions and data across multiple computers within a network
    • It uses cryptography to secure and validate transactions, making it a secure way to conduct transactions and store data
    • A blockchain consists of a chain of blocks, each containing data, and once data is written to a block, it cannot be altered or deleted
    • The decentralized nature of blockchain technology allows for peer-to-peer transactions without the need for intermediaries
    • Blockchain technology has applications beyond digital currency, including supply chain management, smart contracts, and secure data storage

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