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Layer-1

blockchain
architecture

The base blockchain layer that defines consensus, transaction validity, settlement, and data availability.

Also known as
L1
base layer
1
concept

A Layer-1 is the primary blockchain where nodes enforce consensus rules and record the canonical ledger. It defines transaction validity, block production, native assets, and final settlement.

2
role

Layer-1 scaling choices include block size, validation efficiency, sharding, fee markets, and scripting capabilities. These choices affect throughput, hardware requirements, decentralization, and upgrade coordination.

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