In fact, an alpha particle really is a nucleus-it's the same as the nucleus of a common atom of helium-but it doesn't have any electrons around it, and it's traveling very fast. Alpha particles are a type of ionizing radiation. To describe the production of alpha particles, we have to define radioactive decay.
Kingsburg Swedish Festival, which is the biggest and most known festivals that bring people in from all over the country, is held annually during the third weekend in May. Activities include a Swedish pancake breakfast, a parade and the coronation of the Swedish Festival Queen.
View Reynoldsburg Courses. The Reynoldsburg Center opened in January 2013 (Spring Semester), bringing a new level of educational opportunities to the area. Co-located with Reynoldsburg High School, the center includes classrooms, labs and an exciting new Health Sciences lab.