The hypothesis is that the leaves will lose their green color due to lack of materials needed to survive in the winter and fall.

You will separate the colors of a green leaf using chromatography.

You will need leaves, small jars, covers for jars or aluminum foil or plastic wrap, rubbing alcohol, paper coffee filters, shallow pan, hot tap water, tape, pen, plastic knife or spoon, and a clock or timer.

The experiment showed that the leaves lost their green color due to lack of materials needed to survive in the winter and fall. The colors of the leaves were separated using chromatography, revealing yellow, orange, and red colors that were hidden beneath the green chlorophyll.

This science project is interesting and unique because it uses chromatography to uncover the hidden colors of a green leaf and explain why leaves change color in the fall.

Experiment variations to consider include using different types of leaves or using different solvents to separate the colors.

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