Bitcoin Q&A: Denominations and voluntary burning

What is the effect of voluntary burning or accidental loss? Does it impact deflation a lot? Why is there a limit for 21 million bitcoin? Why are there 8 decimal places? What are the implications of a decimal place increase? Are there sub-satoshi units on Lightning?

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