Normalization of Database Table Flashcards

1
Q

It is a process for evaluating and correcting table structures to minimize data redundancies,
thereby reducing the likelihood of data anomalies.

A

Normalization

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It produces a lower normal form; that is, a 3NF will be converted to a 2NF through denormalization.

A

Denormalization

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3
Q

It exists when there is a functional dependence in which
the determinant is only part of the primary key

A

Partial Dependency

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4
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It exists when there are functional dependencies such that X → Y, Y → Z, and X is the primary key.

A

Transitive Dependency

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5
Q

It derives its name from the fact that a group of multiple
entries of the same type can exist for any single key attribute occurrence.

A

Repeating Group

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