A sensitive charge sensor must be protected from external static electric fields

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Problem

A sensitive charge sensor must be protected from external static electric fields. Two solid enclosures of identical shape and size are available, one made of aluminum and the other of rigid plastic. Which enclosure will provide more effective electrostatic shielding, and why?

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