I am the green artist who retires when the temperatures drop, stepping out of the way so hidden crimson, bronze, and yellow pigments can steal the show. What am I?
Chlorophyll
Chlorophyll breaks down in tree leaves during autumn, revealing the carotenoid and anthocyanin pigments beneath.
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