In Autumn,the Leaves of Deciduous Trees Change Colors

question 25

Multiple Choice

In autumn,the leaves of deciduous trees change colors.This is because the chlorophyll is degraded,and _____.

• A)the carotenoids and other pigments are still present in the leaves
• B)degraded chlorophyll changes color
• C)water supply to the leaves has been reduced
• D)the cells of the leaves begin to die

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