After some confusion in past conclaves, including in 1958, when smoke first appeared white and then became darker, the conclave began using chemicals to get the proper color.. In 2013, former ...

If the smoke is white, it means a new pope has been selected by a two-thirds majority. One hundred thirty-five cardinals are eligible to vote, according to the Vatican.

White smoke appeared before eventually turning black, causing confusion among the crowd gathered outside. In 2013, the Vatican Press Office released the chemical formulae used to create black and ...

Since 2005, to rule out any ambiguity should the white smoke look grey, the bells of St Peter's Basilica also toll to tell the world the Church has a new pope. ide/ar/gil.

Meanwhile, white smoke is produced using a much cleaner fuel mix and a more powerful oxidiser. Potassium chlorate (KClO₃) – even more reactive than perchlorate – ensures a hot, vigorous burn.

White smoke is the Vatican's time-honored signal to the world that a new pope has been elected. This moment is traditionally followed by the new pontiff's appearance on the balcony of St. Peter's ...

White smoke appeared before eventually turning black, causing confusion among the crowd gathered outside. In 2013, the Vatican Press Office released the chemical formulae used to create black and ...