Question

Mention the importance of classification.

Answer 1

Classification: The method of arranging the organisms into groups based on their similarities and dissimilarities, showing their relationship is known as classification.

Importance of classification:

1. It helps in giving information about the essential features of the entire group by studying one or two organisms in a particular group.
2. It gives an idea of the range of diversity found in living organisms.
3. It gives a system of identification for known and unknown organisms.
4. The inter-relationship among different groups of organisms can be studied by classification.
5. It helps us to know the origin and evolution of various groups of organisms.
6. It forms a base for the development of other biological sciences such as forestry, ecology, applied biology, etc.
7. Example: - Classification of organism- (1) Kingdom; (2) Phylum or Division; (3) Class; (4) Order; (5) Family; (6) Genus; (7) Species