#chlorophyll — Public Fediverse posts

https://youtube.com/watch?v=wOjkeyjJ364&si=-BP0LMEuhoCE4S_Z

#Clockwork continues to produce the best animated mini-essays in #biochemistry.

This episode is all about the dramatic molecular evacuation and bunkering down procedures that plants need to go through to survive long harsh winters without leaves. The famous colours of autumn leaves belie the intense molecular recycling process that keeps the most precious parts of a tree safe while it winters.

#photosynthesis #chlorophyll #anthocyanins #antioxidants #autumn