Sidechain

Definition:

A sidechain is a chain that is linked to another blockchain, often via a bridge and often with the goal of alleviating congestion on the primary network or provide scalability. This can allow the blockchain to remain independent but also be part of a network of blockhchains in an ecosystem. Both Bitcoin and Ethereum run multiple sidechains effectively.

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“Polygon is often described as an Ethereum sidechain.”

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