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What is gas in blockchain?

Why some networks charge execution fees and how their use is understood conceptually

Gas

On networks such as Ethereum, gas is a measure of the computational work required to process an interaction.

Fee

The final fee can depend on how much gas is used and the price assigned to each unit. Network conditions can influence that cost.

Not every network uses the same model

Each blockchain can have its own fee and resource structure. The term gas is especially associated with Ethereum-compatible networks.

Gas and smart contracts

A more complex interaction can require more resources than a simple one. This is why different operations can consume different amounts of gas.

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