Most humans are born with two kidneys as the functional components of what is called the renal system, which also includes two ureters, a bladder and a urethra. The kidneys have many functions, including regulating blood pressure, producing red blood cells, activating vitamin D and producing some glucose.
Braves' Andruw Jones hits Petco Park's longest homerun. Andruw Jones hit the longest homer ever at Petco Park, a 453-foot shot that went deep into the second deck in left-centre field, and three other Atlanta Braves connected in an 11-3 rout of the NL West-leading San Diego Padres in July 2006.
About three years ago, âAmerican Sniperâ Chris Kyle appeared on âConanâ with host Conan OâBrien while promoting his book of the same name, and OâBrien was clearing impressed with some of Kyleâs accomplishments. Among them, the longest confirmed kill Kyle had ever made in a combat situation â 2,100 yards.âWhich is 21 football fields away,â OâBrien said, in obvious awe. âI canât even understand making a shot from that distance.â. âI canât either,â Kyle responded, drawing laughter from the audience.mong them, the longest confirmed kill Kyle had ever made in a combat situation â 2,100 yards. âWhich is 21 football fields away,â OâBrien said, in obvious awe. âI canât even understand making a shot from that distance.â. âI canât either,â Kyle responded, drawing laughter from the audience.