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.
Academic Calendar. Kingsborough conducts classes on an innovative, special academic calendar. Classes are held during a 12-week Fall session which starts in September, and ends late in December. This is followed by a 6-week Winter module which ends in February. A 12-week Spring session starts at the beginning of March, and ends in the middle of June.