Why Do Leaves Turn Yellow in Autumn?

Learn why the world paints itself in yellow and red every autumn.

Beginner

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Autumn is a beautiful time of the year. The trees change color. They go from green to yellow, orange, and red. But why does this happen?
Trees have a special part called chlorophyll. This chlorophyll is green. It helps trees make food from sunlight. This is why leaves are green in spring and summer.