Drop in the force of contraction of muscles due to prolonged stimulation is called

Muscle tonicity

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Muscle atrophy

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Muscle fatigue

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Muscle dystrophy

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The correct option is C Muscle fatigue
Prolonged stimulation of muscles/overwork lead to muscle fatigue leading to a decrease in the force of contraction. This may be due to depletion of calcium stores in the sarcoplasmic reticulum or also due to accumulation of lactic acid.

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