A period of five days in the Cardano network during which the stake distribution snapshot is fixed and rewards are calculated. Rewards earned in a given epoch are paid out two epochs later, allowing time for calculation and distribution to all delegators and stake pool operators.
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- SlotEach slot represents an opportunity for a block to be produced by an elected slot leader.View term
- RewardsAda earned by delegators and stake pool operators for participating in the network.View term
- DelegationThe process of assigning your stake to a stake pool without transferring your ada.View term