Does ''expanding space'' mean formation of new space?

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Expanding space refers to the increasing distance between objects in the universe, which implies the creation of new space. This interpretation suggests that as the universe expands, the separation between distant objects grows, effectively generating more space. The discussion emphasizes that understanding "expanding space" can be visualized rather than just conceptualized. The consensus is that if space is defined as the distance between objects, then expansion indeed means new space is formed. Overall, the concept of expanding space is affirmed as a valid interpretation of cosmic expansion.
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This is what I understand. I can be wrong though. Please let me my conceptions are wrong.

If by ''space'', you mean ''distance between two objects'' then the answer should be ''yes.'' Because since the distance between two distant objects in the universe is actually increasing, it should mean you're making the objects more distant, and also making new space.

Well, is that so?
 
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tarekatpf said:
If by ''space'', you mean ''distance between two objects'' then the answer should be ''yes.'' Because since the distance between two distant objects in the universe is actually increasing, it should mean you're making the objects more distant, and also making new space.

Well, is that so?
Yes, trivially so, based on your starting identification: space = distance between two objects.
 

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