For what purpose does the author of "Why Leaves Turn Color in the Fall" by Diane Ackerman oganize the essay according to cause and effect?

A. She wants to describe how cold wather affects nature.
B. She wants to explain the process by which the color green disappears from leaves.
C. She wants to explain the scientific process called photosythesis.
D. She wants to describe how the fall colors affect her.
Is the answer B?
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Yes, the answer is B. The author organizes the essay according to cause and effect because she wants to explain the process by which the color green disappears from leaves. By organizing the essay in this way, the author is able to demonstrate how specific factors cause the leaves to change color in the fall.