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Chen's Notation

Chen's notation is a system used to visually represent entities (objects) and their relationships in a database. It uses diagrams where entities are depicted as rectangles, and relationships are shown as diamond shapes connecting these rectangles. Attributes of entities and relationships are represented with ovals attached to their respective objects. This notation helps database designers clearly model the structure and connections within data, making it easier to understand, communicate, and design complex data systems efficiently.