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The position of earth in its orbit, when it is at its greatest distance from the sun causing northern summer is called ___________?

AAphelion
BPerihelion
CPerigee
DApogee

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Correct Answer: A: Aphelion

Explanation: The correct answer is A: Aphelion. The position of Earth when it is at its greatest distance from the sun causing northern summer is called Aphelion. Aphelion occurs around July 4, when Earth is about 152 million km from the sun.

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