Give a note on Aristotle's system of cla...

Give a note on Aristotle's system of classification.

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### Step-by-Step Solution on Aristotle's System of Classification 1. **Introduction to Aristotle's Classification**: - Aristotle, a Greek philosopher, is credited with developing one of the earliest systems of biological classification. His approach laid the foundation for future classification systems. 2. **Two Kingdoms**: - Aristotle classified living organisms into two main kingdoms: **Plants** and **Animals**. This was a significant simplification compared to later systems that would include more kingdoms. ...

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A natural system of classification is

based on a few characters

based on all natural affinities

based on phylogeny only.

None of the above

In an artificial system of classification

A large number of characters are taken into consideration

Correlated characters are more important

Physiological characters are relied upon

One or a few morphological characters are considered.

Natural system of classification employs

complexity of cell structure

complexity of body structure

organisation

all the above