Is the only evidence for an expanding universe the doppler Red Shift?

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The discussion confirms that the primary evidence for the expanding universe is the redshift observed in distant galaxies, which correlates with their distance. Participants inquire about additional evidence supporting this theory, prompting references to the Big Bang theory and non-standard cosmology. Key links provided include Wikipedia articles that detail observational evidence and alternative models, highlighting the consensus on the expanding universe theory.

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  • Understanding of redshift and its implications in cosmology
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  • Investigate observational evidence supporting the expanding universe
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Chas Tennis
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Basically, all more distant galaxies have a Red Shift that increases with the distance to the galaxy, the Universe is expanding.

1) If there are other pieces of evidence that indicate the Universe is expanding, what are they?

2) Any internet links describing exactly how the other evidence supports the expanding universe view?
 
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