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Have you ever wondered how a smoke detector senses danger in seconds? The secret lies in a tiny spark of nuclear science. Inside most detectors is a minute amount of Americium-241, a safely sealed radioactive material that emits alpha particles to detect even the faintest traces of smoke. This remarkable use of physics turns a small nuclear process into a life-saving technology, quietly protecting millions of homes every day. 👉 Click the link below to read the full Newslette

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