Alpha radiation is a type of energy released when certain radioactive elements decay or break down. For example, uranium and thorium are two radioactive elements found naturally in the earthâs crust. Over billions of years, these two elements slowly change form and produce âdecay productsâ such as radium and radon.
Before the big race, a two week Kentucky Derby Festival takes place with events for the whole family. Then, as usual, the race will take place on the first Saturday in May 2016. On the big day, the contenders will line-up to race around a 1.25 mile track.
Point leading Triple Crown Nominated horses for the 2015 Road to the Kentucky Derby, which will be run at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky., on Saturday, May 3, 2015.Last Updated: October 14, 2015 10:01 PM.oint leading Triple Crown Nominated horses for the 2015 Road to the Kentucky Derby, which will be run at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky., on Saturday, May 3, 2015. Last Updated: October 14, 2015 10:01 PM.