The process of meiosis involves two divisions, both of which follow the same basic stages as mitosis (prophase, metaphase, anaphase and telophase). Meiosis is preceded by interphase, which includes the replication of DNA (S phase) to create chromosomes with genetically identical sister chromatids.
DEFINITION of 'Warrant'. A derivative security that gives the holder the right to purchase securities (usually equity) from the issuer at a specific price within a certain time frame. Warrants are often included in a new debt issue as a sweetener to entice investors.
The requirement of probable cause works in tandem with the warrant requirement. A warrant is a document that allows police to search a person, search a person's property, or arrest a person. A judicial magistrate or judge must approve and sign a warrant before officers may act on it.robable cause must exist for a law enforcement officer to make an arrest without a warrant, search without a warrant, or seize property in the belief the items were evidence of a crime.