In the context of comparing best fronds to strap fronds based on the options given, the two ways that best fronds might differ from strap fronds would likely be:
A. They grow bigger than strap fronds. D. They absorb more water than strap fronds.
These options suggest that best fronds exhibit characteristics that distinguish them from strap fronds in terms of size and water absorption, which could be indicative of their unique biological functions. However, please verify this with the specific details from Jake Buehler's passage for accurate context.