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Alpha particle

Alpha particle

WordNet



noun


(1)   A positively charged particle that is the nucleus of the helium atom; emitted from natural or radioactive isotopes
Wiktonary



Noun


  1. A positively charged nucleus of a helium-4 atom (consisting of two protons and two neutrons), emitted as a consequence of radioactivity.