Alpha radiation is a type of energy released when certain radioactive elements decay or break down. For example, uranium and thorium are two radioactive elements found naturally in the earthâs crust. Over billions of years, these two elements slowly change form and produce âdecay productsâ such as radium and radon.
Before the big race, a two week Kentucky Derby Festival takes place with events for the whole family. Then, as usual, the race will take place on the first Saturday in May 2016. On the big day, the contenders will line-up to race around a 1.25 mile track.
Kentucky Derby 2015: Post Time, TV Schedule and Live Stream Hub for 141st Race. By Timothy Rapp , Featured Columnist May 1, 2015. May 2 is going to be one heck of a day. Sandwiched between the NFL draft and the Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao fight will be the 141st running of the Kentucky Derby, and hardcore sports fans won't want to miss any of these events. The full schedule of events and TV listings for the Derby is below.