In the papal conclave to elect a new pope, here's a look at what the color of smoke (black or white) means after each vote.

Black smoke means the election of a new pope was inconclusive. White smoke means a new pope has been selected.

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Alongside the Bible, his teachings help ... If the smoke is black, there will be another round of voting. White smoke signals that a new Pope has been chosen. If the conclave completes its third ...

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