A radioactive atom is one that spontaneously emits energetic particles or waves (known

as radiation). This radiation is emitted when an unstable (i.e. radioactive) nucleus

transforms to some other nucleus or energy level. ... Thus, radiation is the primary cause of
safety concerns related to nuclear energy.

There are three primary types of radiation:

 Alpha - these are fast moving helium atoms. ...
 Beta - these are fast moving electrons. ...
 Gamma - these are photons, just like light, except of much higher energy, typically
from several keV to several MeV.

Atomic energy is energy carried by atoms. ... Atomic energy may include: Nuclear
binding energy, the energy required to split a nucleus of an atom. Nuclear potential energy,
the potential energy of the particles inside an atomic nucleus.
Electrical energy lights our homes, run motors, and makers our TVs and radios
work. Atomic Energy - is produced when you split atoms. A tremendous amount
of energy is released when this happens. Examples:Atomic bombs, nuclear power
plants, nuclear submarines, and the sun.
Radiation damages the cells that make up the human body. Low levels of radiation are
not dangerous, but medium levels can lead to sickness, headaches, vomiting and a fever.
High levels can kill you by causing damage to your internal organs.21 अग॰ 2013