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Biological Classification Overview

Biological classification is essential for systematic study of organisms. R.H. Whittaker proposed a five kingdom classification system: Monera, Protista, Fungi, Plantae, and Animalia. Additionally, viruses, viroids, and lichens represent unique biological entities with distinct characteristics.

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Biological Classification Overview

Biological classification is essential for systematic study of organisms. R.H. Whittaker proposed a five kingdom classification system: Monera, Protista, Fungi, Plantae, and Animalia. Additionally, viruses, viroids, and lichens represent unique biological entities with distinct characteristics.

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Chapter 2 - Biological Classification

Need for Classification


Classification makes the study of organisms easier and systematic.

Five Kingdom Classification


Proposed by R.H. Whittaker. The five kingdoms are Monera, Protista, Fungi, Plantae, and Animalia.

Viruses, Viroids, Lichens


Viruses are acellular and show both living and non-living characteristics. Viroids are infectious RNA
molecules. Lichens are symbiotic associations.

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