Each Autumn, leaves change from green to fiery reds, warm oranges, and golden yellows. But why does this happen? It's actually due to a process called photosynthesis. During Spring and Summer, trees use sunlight to make food, a process known as photosynthesis. The green color you see in leaves is due to a substance called chlorophyll, which is essential for photosynthesis. But as Fall approaches and the days get shorter, the trees start to prepare for winter. They slow down their food production and stop making chlorophyll. With less green color, the yellow and orange pigments, which were always in the leaves but hidden by the green, start to shine through. Sometimes, the leaves even turn red or purple. This happens when the tree sends sugar to the leaves, and the sugar gets trapped, creating bright red pigments. Imagine a forest in Fall with trees full of leaves like colorful flames against a clear blue sky. From bright yellow to deep maroon, the colors of Fall provide a beautiful farewell to Summer.