Dolby Noise Reduction: Decodes Dolby-encoded cassette tapes during playback to virtually eliminate the tape hiss which is especially apparent in quiet environments. Dolby B is the most widely used system. Dolby C is an extension that is even more effective at increasing the signal-to-noise ratio.

 

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Dolby Noise Reduction: Decodes Dolby-encoded cassette tapes during playback to virtually eliminate the tape hiss which is especially apparent in quiet environments. Dolby B is the most widely used system. Dolby C . . . View Full Definition

Reduction Of Tides: A processing of observed tide or tidal current data to obtain mean values for tidal or tidal current constants.

Reduction-Option Loan (ROL): A hybrid of a fixed-rate and adjustable-rate mortgage. An ROL the borrower to match the current mortgage rate, which then becomes fixed for the rest of the term. This reduction is usually al . . . View Full Definition

Reductional Division: The first division in meiosis; results in each daughter cell receiving one member of each pair of chromosomes.

Reduction In Force: An involuntary separation of an employee or groups of employees due to economic pressures, lack of work, organizational changes or other reasons of business necessity that require a reductio . . . View Full Definition

Reduction Half Reaction: That part of a redox reaction that involves gain of electrons. In the oxidation half reaction, the oxidation number of one or more atoms within the reactants is reduced.

Red-Eye Reduction: Minimizes the reflection from the camera's built-in flash.

Reduction: The gain of an electron or a hydrogen atom. The gain of electrons or hydrogens in a chemical reaction.

Reduction Certificate (Payoff Statement): The document signed by a lender indicating the amount required to pay a loan balance in full and satisfy the debt, used in the settlement process to protect both the sellers and the buyers interests.

Risk Reduction: Actions that can decrease the likelihood that individuals, groups, or communities will experience disease or other health conditions.