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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the vegetative cell in a pollen grain?

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## CORE INFORMATION
✓ **Answer**: [C]
## CONCEPT FRAMEWORK
	**Primary Concept**: Pollen grain structure and function
	**Related Topics**: Plant reproduction, gametophyte development
	**Prerequisites**: Understanding of plant cell types and their roles
## SOLUTION PATHWAY
**Given Information**:
		- Vegetative cell characteristics
		- Generative cell characteristics
**Method & Steps**:
	1. Identify the roles of the vegetative and generative cells in pollen grains.
		Reasoning: The vegetative cell primarily supports the growth of the pollen tube, while the generative cell is responsible for producing male gametes.
	2. Evaluate each option based on known characteristics of the vegetative cell.
		Working: 
		- Option A: Larger than the generative cell - TRUE, vegetative cells are typically larger.
		- Option B: Forms the pollen tube - TRUE, this is a primary function of the vegetative cell.
		- Option C: Divides to form male gametes - FALSE, this is the role of the generative cell.
		- Option D: Has a prominent nucleus - TRUE, vegetative cells have a significant nucleus.
	3. Determine the option that does not describe a characteristic of the vegetative cell.
		Result: Option C is the correct answer as it describes the function of the generative cell, not the vegetative cell.
		Verification: The vegetative cell does not divide to form male gametes; it supports the formation of the pollen tube instead.
## OPTION ANALYSIS
[A] ✓: [Correct option Explanation: This is true; the vegetative cell is larger than the generative cell.]
[B] ✓: [Correct option Explanation: This is true; the vegetative cell is responsible for forming the pollen tube.]
[C] :x: [wrong answer Explanation: This statement is false; the generative cell divides to form male gametes, not the vegetative cell.]
[D] ✓: [Correct option Explanation: This is true; the vegetative cell has a prominent nucleus.]
## LEARNING AIDS
	**Common Mistakes**:
		1. Confusing the functions of vegetative and generative cells: Remember that the vegetative cell supports pollen tube growth while the generative cell forms gametes.
		2. Misinterpreting cell size and structure: Ensure clarity on relative sizes and structures of pollen cell types.
	**Quick Tips**:
		1. Associate the vegetative cell with the pollen tube and the generative cell with gamete production to avoid confusion.
		2. Remember that vegetative cells are larger and have a nurturing role in the pollen grain.

BALASOURY · Answer

Larger than the generative cell

BALASOURY · Answer

Forms the pollen tube

BALASOURY · Answer

The correct Option is "Divides to form male gametes"

BALASOURY · Answer

Has a prominent nucleus

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