# Ethereum Ethereum is a decentralized blockchain platform known for its smart contract capabilities. It has its native cryptocurrency called Ether (ETH) and supports decentralized applications (DApps). Furthermore, Ethereum addresses scalability issues by integrating Layer 2 solutions (such as Polygon, Optimism, Metis, etc.), allowing it to process more transactions efficiently. This innovation expands its applications in finance, gaming, and other industries, making it a versatile platform with a strong community of developers. Nodies' Ethereum Nodes provide API access via the JSON-RPC specification. In this section, you will find detailed information on how to effectively interact with each API. --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://docs.nodies.app/supported-api-methods/ethereum.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.