When comparing complete tetanus with unfused (incomplete)tetanus, which is True?
A) Complete tetanus involves some relaxation between twitches.
B) Complete tetanus involves development of maximum tension.
C) Complete tetanus occurs at a lower frequency of stimulation than unfused tetanus.
D) Complete tetanus would occur when there is more time between twitch contractions.

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Complete tetanus involves the maximum tension that can be produced by the muscle, with no relaxation between twitches. In contrast, unfused tetanus involves some degree of relaxation between twitches, and occurs at a lower frequency of stimulation. The statement "Complete tetanus would occur when there is more time between twitch contractions" is false, as complete tetanus occurs when there is no time between twitches, while unfused tetanus occurs when there is some time between twitches.

When Comparing Complete Tetanus with Unfused (Incomplete)tetanus, Which Is True