chlorophyll

Every fall, trees put on one of nature's most spectacular chemistry shows. Green disappears. Yellow and orange emerge. Reds and purples seemingly come out of nowhere.

You may be wondering why I proclaimed today to be "Best Leaf Color Day." After all, beautiful scenery is subjective, just like the best time of the year and the location to view it.

Ever wonder how the green forest gets its vibrant red and yellow colors when the seasons change? Science has some answers.