Radium 226 source in a cloud chamber
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A cloud chamber is a particle detector that allows scientists to visualize the paths of charged particles, such as electrons or alpha particles, as they traverse a supersaturated vapor of a suitable working fluid (often alcohol or water vapor). Here's how it works: 1. **Supersaturation**: The chamber is filled with vapor and cooled to create a state where the vapor is supersaturated.