Chemistry of Autumn Colors

Summer is waining, although with the typical warm September weather you wouldn't know it. In a few days we'll celebrate the Autumnal Equinox, the first day of fall. Last year at this time we looked at why leaves fall from trees and how once the trees decide to go dormant, the foliage fireworks

This week, we look at the chemistry of those blazing autumn colors.

TTFN, Fred.

Quote of the week: "Those who dwell, as scientists or laymen, among the beauties and mysteries of the earth, are never alone or weary of life." - Rachel Louise Carson (American marine biologist and nature writer whose writings are credited with advancing the global environmental movement, 1907 - 1964)

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