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The vegetative cell has abundant food reserve and nucleus

A

large oval

B

large, irregularly shaped

C

a small

D

small irregularly shaped a

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Context**: The question refers to the vegetative cell, which is a component of pollen grains in flowering plants (angiosperms). 2. **Identifying the Components of Pollen Grains**: Mature pollen grains consist of two types of cells: the vegetative cell and the generative cell. 3. **Characteristics of the Vegetative Cell**: - The vegetative cell is larger compared to the generative cell. - It contains abundant food reserves, which are essential for the growth and development of the pollen grain. - The nucleus of the vegetative cell is described as large and irregularly shaped. 4. **Characteristics of the Generative Cell**: - The generative cell is smaller than the vegetative cell. - It is spindle-shaped and has dense cytoplasm. - The nucleus of the generative cell is smaller and more compact compared to that of the vegetative cell. 5. **Conclusion**: Based on the characteristics discussed, the vegetative cell has a large, irregularly shaped nucleus and abundant food reserves. Therefore, the correct description of the vegetative cell is that it is large and has a large, irregularly shaped nucleus. **Final Answer**: The vegetative cell has abundant food reserve and a large, irregularly shaped nucleus. ---
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