Classification (general theory)
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The term classification can apply to one or all of:
- the process of classifying (distinguishing and distributing kinds of "things" into different groups)[1]
- a resulting set of classes[2] (also called "a classification system")
- the assignment of elements to pre-established classes
Classification theory
Classifying – in the broad meaning given above – is a fundamental concept and a part of almost all kinds of activities.
Classification itself is an interdisciplinary field of study. Important contributing disciplines include philosophy, biology, knowledge organization, psychology, statistics and mathematics.