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Chapter 5 – Physical Data Modeling
In this chapter, you will learn about physical data models and how they differ from logical
data models. You will also learn how to transform a logical data model into a physical data
model. By the end of the chapter, you will learn how to create and use a physical data
model to create database-specific DDL statements that can turn your data modeling
exercises into a functional schema.