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.
The North Carolina Apple Festival is always held during the Labor Day weekend, Friday, September 1st thru Monday, September 4th . Capture the spirit of a hometown celebration that is family friendly, with many individual events and entertainers throughout the festival.