<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="true">Database normalization is a process that enhances data integrity by reducing data redundancy through efficient database structure design.Normalization is vital to prevent data loss and maintain data integrity during CRUD operations by reducing data repetition.Normalization progresses through various steps such as 1NF, 2NF, 3NF, and BCNF to optimize database design and eliminate anomalies.Key benefits of normalization include reducing data redundancy, ensuring data consistency, facilitating data updates, and saving storage space.