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.
West Virginia State Fair and Rodeo. The West Virginia State Fair and Rodeo will be held on Saturday, August 22nd, 2015 in Lewisburg, West Virginia. This Lewisburg rodeo is held at West Virginia State Fairgrounds. Events are liable to change dates, times or possibly cancel without notice to the Rodeos USA.