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The Chemtrails theory claims that the white trails visible behind certain aircraft are not simply condensation trails.
According to this hypothesis, they contain chemicals intended to modify the climate, control populations, or conduct various large-scale experiments.
Scientists, however, explain that these trails are primarily caused by water vapor condensing in the cold air at high altitudes.
Despite the explanations provided by experts, the theory continues to spread widely across the Internet.
Today, it remains one of the most well-known conspiracy theories in the world.
Credits and origin
The Chemtrails theory emerged during the 1990s alongside the rise of the Internet.
Main inspirations:
• Aircraft contrails
• Geoengineering
• Climate concerns
• Social media
• Government conspiracy theories
Origin: 1990s
Scope: Worldwide
Type: Environmental conspiracy theory
Proposed explanation: Alleged chemical spraying
Popularization: Internet and alternative media