The position of earth in its orbit, when it is at its greatest distance from the sun causing northern summer is called ___________?
- A. Aphelion
- B. Perihelion
- C. Perigee
- D. Apogee
- E. None of these
Explanation
Aphelion is the point in Earth's orbit farthest from the Sun, while perihelion is the nearest point. Northern summer happens near aphelion, although Earth's axial tilt, not this distance, mainly causes the seasons.