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The five kingdom classification was proposed by

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RH Whittaker

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C Linnaeus

C

A Roxberg

D

Virchow

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks who proposed the five kingdom classification of living organisms. 2. **Identifying the Options**: The options provided are: - Option 1: R. H. Whittaker - Option 2: C. Linnaeus - Option 3: A. Roxburgh - Option 4: Warsaw 3. **Analyzing Each Option**: - **Option 1: R. H. Whittaker**: He was an American taxonomist who proposed the five kingdom classification in 1969. He classified living organisms into five kingdoms: Monera, Protista, Fungi, Plantae, and Animalia. - **Option 2: C. Linnaeus**: He is known for developing the two kingdom classification system, which includes only Plantae and Animalia. - **Option 3: A. Roxburgh**: He is not primarily known for any classification system related to kingdoms. - **Option 4: Warsaw**: This name does not correspond to a known figure in biological classification. 4. **Conclusion**: Based on the analysis, R. H. Whittaker is the correct answer as he proposed the five kingdom classification. 5. **Final Answer**: The five kingdom classification was proposed by R. H. Whittaker. ---
**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks who proposed the five kingdom classification of living organisms. 2. **Identifying the Options**: The options provided are: - Option 1: R. H. Whittaker - Option 2: C. Linnaeus - Option 3: A. Roxburgh ...
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