How does Merkel root ensure the integrity of digital currency transactions?

3 answers

• Kacper MałachowskiDec 01, 2021 · 4 years ago
  Merkel root, also known as Merkle root, is a crucial component in ensuring the integrity of digital currency transactions. It is a hash value that represents the entire set of transactions in a block. By including the Merkel root in the block header, the blockchain network can verify that the transactions within the block have not been tampered with. This is achieved by comparing the Merkel root with the hash values of individual transactions. If any transaction is modified, the Merkel root will change, indicating that the block has been compromised. This mechanism provides a strong guarantee of transaction integrity in digital currency systems.
  653

  327
• Slot BojsenJan 10, 2021 · 4 years ago
  The Merkel root is like the fingerprint of a block in a digital currency network. It is calculated by hashing the transaction data in the block and then hashing the resulting hash values until a single hash value, the Merkel root, is obtained. This process ensures that any change in the transaction data will result in a different Merkel root. By including the Merkel root in the block header, the network can easily verify the integrity of the transactions. If someone tries to modify a transaction, the Merkel root will no longer match the recalculated value, alerting the network to the tampering attempt. In this way, the Merkel root plays a vital role in maintaining the integrity of digital currency transactions.
  720

  240
• Budi Prih HastomoAug 14, 2021 · 4 years ago
  When it comes to ensuring the integrity of digital currency transactions, the Merkel root is a key player. It acts as a cryptographic proof that the transactions within a block have not been altered. The Merkel root is calculated by hashing the transaction data in the block, and this hash value is then included in the block header. By comparing the Merkel root with the recalculated hash values of the transactions, the network can easily detect any tampering attempts. If the Merkel root doesn't match the recalculated value, it indicates that the transactions have been modified. This mechanism provides a strong guarantee that the digital currency transactions are secure and trustworthy.
  693

  174