Question

Why are leaves red in the fall?(1 point)
Responses

Chlorophyll reflects green light in the fall.
Chlorophyll reflects green light in the fall.

Mitochondria breaks down because there's less sunlight.
Mitochondria breaks down because there's less sunlight.

Chlorophyll absorbs red in the fall, rather than green.
Chlorophyll absorbs red in the fall, rather than green.

Chlorophyll breaks down because there's less sunlight.

Answer 1

Chlorophyll breaks down because there's less sunlight.

Explanation: As chlorophyll degrades in fall, green fades and other pigments (carotenoids and anthocyanins) become visible; anthocyanins cause the red color.