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2 neutrons and 2 protons (this is what an alpha particle is made up of).

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Is an alpha particle is identical to the nucleus of a?

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Is an alpha particle identical to the nucleus of a carbon atom?

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Positively charged particle consisting of 2 protons and 2 neutrons which is given off by a radioactive substance is called what?

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What element is formed when Ra emits an alpha particle?

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What happens to atomic number and atomic mass of an atom that emits alpha particle?

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