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.
Event Details. Westmoreland Cultural Trust is gearing up for its3rd Annual ROCK The PALACE. Scheduled for Saturday, April 22, 2017 on The Palace Theatre stage, bands will battle for two spots in our TGIS (Thank Goodness Itâs Summer) concert series.