Hierarchical classification

Hierarchical classification is a method of organizing information or items into nested categories that form a tree-like structure. It starts with broad, general groups and gradually sorts them into more specific subgroups. For example, in biology, animals are categorized into kingdoms, then phyla, classes, orders, families, genera, and species. This approach helps in efficiently managing complex data by breaking it down into manageable levels of detail, making it easier to identify, search, and analyze items based on their relationships and characteristics within the hierarchy.