The heat required to convert water at. boiling point to steam at the same. temperature is called âlatent heat.â The. unit of heat in common use is the Btu. which is the amount of heat required to. raise the temperature of one pound of. water 1Â°F at atmospheric pressure.
An overuse injury can occur when you take on too much physical activity too quickly.
Soft-tissue injuries fall into two basic categories: acute injuries and overuse injuries. Acute injuries are caused by a sudden trauma, such as a fall, twist, or blow to the body. Examples of an acute injury include sprains, strains, and contusions.