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.
And itâs all happening on the Most Beautiful Town Square in Texas. The Red Poppy Festival is definitely a Georgetown tradition so plan to come to everything this year! Thatâs what we are doing! Red Poppy Festival Applications here. 2018 Schedule of Red Poppy Festival Events (as available) Friday, April 27 2018 6pm â Festival Opens