On which day of the year does the Sun reach its northernmost point on the celestial sphere?
A) vernal equinox
B) summer solstice
C) autumnal equinox
D) winter solstice
E) The sun always reaches the same altitude.

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The Sun reaches its northernmost point on the celestial sphere during the summer solstice, which occurs around June 21st in the Northern Hemisphere.

On Which Day of the Year Does the Sun Reach