Question

who proposed five kingdom classification?​

Answer 1

Explanation:

Whittaker is the answer.......

Answer 2

Robert Whittacker was the scientist who proposed the five kingdom classification.

Explanation:

• Linnaeus was the scientist who devised the system of grouping organisms. However,  he grouped organisms only into two groups i.e plants and animals.

• Later on, it was Robert Whittacker who developed the five kingdom classification. The organisms were classified into Protista, Fungi, Plantae, Animalia, and Monera.

• The basis of classification was the structure, mode of nutrition, type of reproduction etc for classifying organisms into this group.