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Fall Leaves
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Here in coastal San Diego we don’t get a very showy display of fall colors. But no matter where you live, the Internet provides a window to view the colors of fall foliage from the comfort of home. Whether you’re curious about the science of autumn leaves, or just want a virtual tour, here’s a crop of fabulous fall color sites to enjoy.
Compound Chem: The Chemicals Behind the Colors of Autumn Leaves
For high-school students and grown-ups, UK chemistry teacher Andy Brunning explains common chemical compounds with colorful, easy-to-understand graphics. This infographic is all about the chemistry of autumn leaf colors (or “colours” as it is spelled in the UK). If you want to re-use his infographic for non-commercial purposes, you’ll find a download link at the bottom of the article. “Whilst this change [in color] may outwardly seem like a simple one, the many vivid colors are a result of a range of chemical compounds, a selection of which are detailed here.”
EEK! Why Do Leaves Change Color?
Environmental Education for Kids (EEK!) is published by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for kids in grades four through eight. With simple illustrations, this fall color page answers six questions. Why do leaves change color? Where do leaf colors come from? How do leaves change color? Do leaves change color because of weather? Can you tell a tree from its colors? Why do leaves fall? Follow the embedded hyperlinks to related topics such as earthworms and evergreen trees.
Foliage Vermont
The experts in Vermont are expecting a good display of fall colors because of this year’s bright and moist summer. “Color is beginning to show in a few trees and in our recent travels, the signs are everywhere throughout the state. It looks as if we will see some good color emerging by the middle of the month, mainly in the northern areas of Vermont and at higher elevations.” For virtual visitors, recommended clicks are the 2006 Music Slide Show, and the Leaves of Foliage 1 and 2.
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