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Less leaves in winter is energetically favorable for any tree.

Less availability of sunlight during the winter is one of the main cause to shed leaves.

Trees can use their stored up energy for long time if they have less leaves, to get by harsh winter.

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To maintain homeostasis. It's a seasonal response, because having bare branches during the winter reduces the amount of water loss.

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