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What particle is emitted (known as an alpha particle)

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Alpha particles are subatomic fragments consisting of two neutrons and two protons. Alpha radiation occurs when the nucleus of an atom becomes unstable (the ratio of neutrons to protons is too low) and alpha particles are emitted to restore balance.

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Alpha particles are contains of two neutrons and two protons.

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