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Normalization in Databse Design

  Normalization is the process of organizing data in a database to reduce redundancy and improve data integrity. The normalization process involves breaking down large tables into smaller, related tables and defining relationships between them. The goal is to eliminate data anomalies and ensure that the database structure is efficient, scalable, and maintains data integrity. There are several normal forms (NF) in database design, each addressing different aspects of data organization. The most commonly discussed normal forms are: 1. First Normal Form (1NF):    - Eliminates duplicate columns from the same table.    - Each column must contain atomic (indivisible) values.    - Each column must have a unique name. 2. Second Normal Form (2NF):    - Satisfies 1NF.    - Eliminates partial dependencies, ensuring that no column is dependent on only a portion of a multi-column primary key. 3. Third Normal Form (3NF):    - Satisfies...