What is radioactivity?

Radioactive decay is the process in which an unstable atomic nucleus •

loses energy by emitting radiation in the form of particles or
electromagnetic waves.

There are numerous types of radioactive decay. The general idea: •

An unstable nucleus releases energy to become •

more stable
The Nuclear Stability Belt
Kinds of Radioactivity

The three main decays are Alpha, Beta and Gamma

conclusion
the amount of naturally occurring radioactive materials are •
transported from soil through roots to the plant.

the little amount of activity is transported which cause no harm to •

the environment
Reference
http://www2.lbl.gov/abc/wallchart/chapters/03/0.html •