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The Quantum Story of Fall: How Light Turns Leaves to Gold
11/05/2025
The Quantum Story of Fall: How Light Turns Leaves to Gold
As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, the trees begin their most beautiful transformation. But what’s really happening when green leaves turn shades of red, orange, and gold? In this episode of Quantum and Beyond, I explore how trees draw energy from the soil, how chlorophyll works its magic, and how Planck’s equation (E = hf) reveals the hidden physics of fall. From energy to color, this is the quantum story of autumn—and why it makes me love this season even more. Topics covered: How trees get nutrients from the soil Why leaves are green Why leaves change color in the fall How quantum physics (E = hf) connects to it all ✨ Quantum and Beyond — Bridging the gap between science, society, and the journey of discovery.
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