For the reaction at equilibrium: CO(g) + H₂O(g) ⇌ CO₂(g) + H₂(g), increasing the volume of the container would:

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The equilibrium composition of a gas-phase reaction is independent of the total pressure or volume of the system. This is known as the principle of Le Chatelier's Principle. According to Le Chatelier's Principle, if a system at equilibrium is subjected to a change, then the system will adjust itself in a way that tends to counteract the effect of that change. Therefore, increasing the volume of the container will have no effect on the position of equilibrium or the value of the equilibrium constant, K. The answer is E - Cause no change.

For the Reaction at Equilibrium: CO(g) + H2O(g) ⇌ CO2(g)

For the Reaction at Equilibrium: CO(g) + H₂O(g) ⇌ CO₂(g)