For each type of radation, describe: •the type of particle that is released,•the relative size of the particle, and•the charge of the particle.

Alpha Radiation:

• Particle Released: Alpha particles are released which are essentially helium nuclei, consisting of two protons and two neutrons.
• Relative Size: Alpha particles are relatively large in size.
• Charge: Alpha particles carry a positive charge due to the presence of protons.

Beta Radiation:

• Particle Released: Beta particles are released which are essentially high-energy, high-speed electrons or positrons.
• Relative Size: Beta particles are smaller than alpha particles.
• Charge: Beta particles can carry either a negative charge (beta minus, which are electrons) or a positive charge (beta plus, which are positrons).

Gamma Radiation:

• Particle Released: Gamma radiation is not composed of particles but is a form of electromagnetic radiation, similar to X-rays.
• Relative Size: As gamma radiation is not composed of particles, it doesn't have a size in the traditional sense.
• Charge: Gamma radiation is uncharged as it consists of photons, which are neutral.