There are multiple frames through which to understand the different types of library classification systems, with individual library classification systems falling into several types. These frames and their respective types include: 

*By what is being classified*:
- Book classification
- Bibliographic classification

*By level of detail*:
- Broad classification
- Depth classification

*By scale of intended use*:
- Specific/special classification
- National classification
- General/universal classification

*By organizational structure*: 
- Enumerative classification
- Hierarchical classification
- Faceted/Analytico-synthetic classification

Types of Library Classification 

The classification of informational material, grouping items with similar characteristics together, in ways that are most helpful for accessing the items. 

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- knowledge classification
- library classification
- archival classification

Types of Classification

Satija, M.P.. (2000). Library classification: An essay in terminology. Knowledge Organization. 27. 221-229. 

Library classification: An essay in terminology

Library classification

Categorization of record types to assist in creation, organization, storage, retrieval, movement, and destruction of records

Archival Classification

Classification systems are essential in science, offering a framework to categorize and name aspects of the world. They facilitate scientific communication, organize knowledge, and, at their best, provide a conceptual foundation for generalization and new discoveries.

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