Another benefit is that it will block alpha radiation (helium nuclei) and most of beta radiation (electrons).
http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/science/images/116_radiation_penetration.gif
You can read more here.
Another benefit is that it will block alpha radiation (helium nuclei) and most of beta radiation (electrons).
http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/science/images/116_radiation_penetration.gif
You can read more here.