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# What is Impermanent Loss and How to Avoid it

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One of the downsides of yield farming in [#defi](https://twitter.com/hashtag/defi?src=hashtag_click) is an impermanent loss. This occurs especially during volatile market conditions. Find out more about Impermanent loss and how to avoid it here.

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