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.
Why is Oktoberfest in September. The âOktoberfestâ started in Munich, Germany on 12th October, 1810. It was a celebration in the honor of the marriage between Crown Prince Ludwig and Princess Therese. The public party was a huge hit and from then on it has been continued till date.