Fogvid-24

High school (ages 12+)
Environment & Earth

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Date:

Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/fogvid-24

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the alleged nature of fog?Conspiracy theory positing toxic, engineered, or 'smart dust' properties
2. What is the primary dissemination channels?Social media platforms, notably TikTok and X (formerly Twitter)
3. Why did people think the fog was dangerous?Some people believed the fog was a secret chemical or a special dust that could make people sick, because they saw videos and heard stories that said it was not natural.
4. How did the fog spread on social media?TikTok and X were the main places where people shared videos and posts about Fogvid-24. Hashtags and trending topics helped the story reach many people quickly.

Atmospheric Fog: A visible aerosol consisting of tiny water droplets or ice crystals suspended in the air at or near the Earth's surface.
Infodemic: An overabundance of information, both online and offline, that makes it difficult to find trustworthy sources and reliable guidance during a public health emergency.
Digital Literacy: The ability to use information and communication technologies to find, evaluate, utilize, share, and create content.