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.
Horse Racing. Preakness Stakes 2016: Hereâs Who We Think Will Win. Nyquist, far right, ridden by Mario Guitierrez, won the Kentucky Derby, beating Exaggerator (in green). The horses for the 141st running of the Preakness Stakes are listed in order of post position, with comments by Joe Drape and Melissa Hoppert of The New York Times. The morning-line odds were set by Keith Feustle of Pimlico Race Course. Purse: $1.5 million guaranteed Distance: 1 3/16 miles.