The purpose of meiosis is to reduce the normal diploid cells (2 copies of each chromosome / cell) to haploid cells, called gametes (1 copy of each chromosome per cell). In humans, these special haploid cells resulting from meiosis are eggs (female) or sperm (male). In yeast cells, they are spores.
Warrant for Arrest â An arrest warrant is issued by a judge or magistrate and must be supported by a signed and sworn affidavit showing probable cause that a specific crime has been committed, and that the person(s) named in the warrant committed said crime.
1 Warrant (law) , a form of specific authorization. 2  Arrest warrant, authorizing the arrest and detention of an individual. 3  Search warrant, a court order issued that authorizes law enforcement to conduct a search for evidence.