What is the difference between deep copy and shallow copy of a pandas DataFrame?

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What is the difference between deep copy and shallow copy of a pandas DataFrame?

Key points

  • Shallow copy maintains a reference to the original data
  • Deep copy creates a completely separate copy
  • Shallow copy can lead to unintended modifications
  • Deep copy ensures data integrity

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