Kingdom Classification

Meaning and Concept of Classification

Classification: The process of arranging organisms into groups or categories based on their similarities and differences. It helps in organizing the vast diversity of life forms on Earth.

Need and Advantages of Classification

• Easy Study: It makes the study of a wide variety of organisms easier and systematic.
• Identification: Helps in identifying new organisms by comparing them with known ones.
• Relationships: Reveals the relationships among different groups of organisms.
• Evolutionary Studies: Provides a basis for understanding the evolutionary history of organisms.
• Communication: Provides a universal system for naming and categorizing organisms, facilitating communication among scientists worldwide.