The position of earth in its orbit, when it is at its greatest distance from the sun causing northern summer is called ___________? August 8, 2021August 13, 2016 by admin 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