About Today: Why Do Leaves Change Color in the Fall?

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Today From Jen Hubley, your About Today Editor The other day, I looked out my window and thought, "Hmm, that tree must be sick. Look at what's happening to its leaves." Then I looked at my calendar and realized that it's fall. Why Do Leaves Change Color in the Fall? Fall foliage is one of those happy accidents that nature loves. There's no real reason that I can see why leaves should become more beautiful just as they're getting ready to fall off. A Resource Guide to Fall Foliage What Is Chlorophyll? How Leaves Change Color This explanation is awesome, because it contains a cross-section. Next to dioramas, cross-sections are my favorite science-class thing ever. Fall Leaf Colors by Tree Species Photo Gallery: Best Fall Leaf Colors A Complete Fall Color and Autumn Leaf Guide I totally agree with this: "The best part about viewing the fall color is, it won't cost one red cent to enjoy! " Free fun is the best kind. The Best Autumn Field Guides The Best Fall Foliage Web Cams Where (and When) to Go to See Fall Foliage Of course, if you do want to spend a few cents, you can take a leaf peeping trip. Fall Photo Galleries Fall Foliage State by State Today Ads Fall Leaves Fall Foliage Fall Colors Leaves Autumn Peak Foliage Featured Articles Poling Family to Receive $1.5 Million from Vaccine Court 20 Cheap Date Ideas for the Broke Romantic How to Start Canning 5 Reasons to Ride a Bicycle Tricks to Become a Better Googler Follow Us on Twitter!   More from About.com Is it a Cold or the Flu? Knowing whether you have a cold or the flu can help you treat your symptoms more effectively. More> Concerned About Your Drinking? This short quiz can help you identify whether or not you have a drinking problem. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Today newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Advertisement