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

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The discussion centers on the concept of "expanding space" in the context of cosmology, specifically addressing whether it equates to the formation of new space. Participants agree that if "space" is defined as the "distance between two objects," then the increasing distance between celestial bodies indeed signifies the creation of new space. This interpretation aligns with established cosmological principles, confirming that the universe's expansion results in the continuous increase of spatial dimensions.

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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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