Name one effect of improper filtration in radiography.

Improper filtration in radiography primarily leads to increased patient exposure to low-energy, non-diagnostic x-rays. The purpose of filtration is to remove low-energy x-rays, which do not contribute to image quality but can increase the dose of radiation a patient receives. When filtration is inadequate, a greater number of these low-energy photons are included in the beam. They do not enhance the diagnostic information on the radiograph and instead contribute to unnecessary radiation exposure for the patient.

In addition to affecting patient safety, improper filtration can lead to lower image quality, as these non-diagnostic x-rays do not contribute to the formation of the desired image contrast and detail. Therefore, maintaining appropriate filtration is essential for optimizing both the safety and quality of radiographic images.