Why are apples different colors?

Fall is finally here!  For much of the world, that means falling leaves, cozy sweaters, and lots and lots of apples!  There are over 7,000 species of apples grown worldwide, and they’re all unique!  But how are they able to come in so many different colors? We asked Lee Kalcitsto help us find the answer. Have a question that’s got you stumped? Send it to us at BrainsOn.org/contact, and we’ll help pick out the answer! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.