What Is a Blockchain Hash?

A blockchain hash is a unique digital fingerprint or code created by a mathematical algorithm to identify and verify transactions on a blockchain network. The hash is generated by taking the data of a transaction, running it through the algorithm, and producing a fixed-length output. This output, known as the hash, is unique to the specific transaction and cannot be replicated or altered without detection. The process of creating a blockchain hash is known as hashing. The algorithm used to…