This power-up allows Samus to destroy enemies from a safe distance.' Zero Mission Samus Screen data 'Obtaining this power-up increases the range of Samus' beam weapon, including the Ice and Wave Beams. Also, it is great in destroying walls and ceilings.' Metroid Zero Mission manual
You can destroy an enemy far away, as well as destroy enemies which come from the ceiling.
'The range of the gun’s beam gets longer. You can combine it with the Ice Beam and Wave Beam.' The Official Nintendo Player's Guide 'When you get this, your beam's range extends. If an official translation becomes available, the fan translation(s) may be replaced. Some information (such as proper English names of characters or items) may not be accurate. This article, section, or file contains text that is unofficially translated by Metroid fans.