Scratch-off tickets are a type of lottery ticket that players can purchase for a small price. Each ticket has a concealed area covered by a thin layer of latex or a similar material. Players use a coin or their fingernail to scratch off this layer, revealing symbols or numbers underneath. If the revealed symbols or numbers match specific winning combinations, the player wins a prize. The prizes can vary from small amounts of money to larger jackpots. Scratch-off tickets are popular because they offer instant results, making them an exciting form of gambling for many people.