What is the difference between an α-particle and helium atom? – InterviewSolution

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1.	What is the difference between an α-particle and helium atom?
Answer» Helium atom is composed of 2 protons and 2 neutrons (or 1 neutron) along with 2 electrons in the outer shell. On the other hand, α-particle constitutes 2 protons and 2 neutrons bound together to form a particle which is similar to helium (except presence of electrons). Helium is one of the inert gas which is stable (duplet complete) whereas α-particle is unstable and highly reactive.

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