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Which of the following was taken as a distinguishing feature by Whittaker for proposing five- kingdom classification?


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Structure of cell

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Cellular organization

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Mode of nutrition

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All the above

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Solution

The correct option is D

All the above


The correct option is D:

Explanation of the correct option:

  1. Whittaker proposed five kingdoms of classification such as Monera, Protista, Fungi, Plantae, and Animalia.
  2. Whittaker classified five kingdoms of classification based on all the three criteria such as cell structure, cellular organization, and mode of nutrition.

Final answer: Structure of cell, Cellular organization, and Mode of nutrition was taken as a distinguishing feature by Whittaker for proposing five- a kingdom classification.


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