What are the physical characteristics of a bitcoin?

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• samy swifAug 20, 2021 · 4 years ago
  A bitcoin is a digital currency and does not have any physical form. It exists solely in the digital realm as a string of code. Unlike traditional currencies, such as coins or banknotes, bitcoins cannot be held or touched. They are stored in digital wallets and can be transferred electronically.
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• AravindhanDec 13, 2024 · 7 months ago
  Bitcoin is a virtual currency, so it doesn't have any physical characteristics. It's not like a traditional coin or banknote that you can hold in your hand. Instead, it's stored in a digital wallet and can be accessed using a computer or smartphone.
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• upsheepFeb 19, 2023 · 2 years ago
  As a representative from BYDFi, I can tell you that bitcoins are not physical coins. They are purely digital assets that exist on a decentralized network called the blockchain. Bitcoins are created through a process called mining, where powerful computers solve complex mathematical problems. Once mined, bitcoins can be stored in digital wallets and used for online transactions.
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• Atkinson McConnellOct 27, 2022 · 3 years ago
  Bitcoin is a digital currency, so it doesn't have any physical characteristics like a traditional coin. It's purely virtual and exists only as a decentralized ledger on the blockchain. The value of a bitcoin is determined by supply and demand in the market, and it can be bought, sold, and transferred electronically.
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• MartinJul 20, 2024 · a year ago
  Bitcoin is not a physical coin, but rather a digital asset. It is stored in a digital wallet and can be accessed using a computer or smartphone. The physical characteristics of a bitcoin are essentially non-existent, as it is purely a digital representation of value.
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