How Is an Alpha Particle Different from an Atom of Helium

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Multiple Choice

How is an alpha particle different from an atom of helium?

• A) It's not different at all.
• B) It has a different number of protons.
• C) It has a different number of neutrons.
• D) It has a different number of electrons.
• E) It has both a different number of electrons and a different number of protons.

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