adaptation competition diversification mutation
I gave my students this multiple choice question: The exotic plant Melaleuca, or Australian Pine, has increased the intensity of fires across the Everglades. The amount of fuel available for fires has increased due to the presence of the Melaleuca. The Melaleuca releases massive numbers of seeds in response to fire, drought, and herbicide damage. Which best describes the reason the Melaleuca has been able to survive?

Only one answer is correct among these 4 choices:
- adaptation
- competition
- diversification
- mutation

Could you tell me which one is correct?

adaptation