Here's a problem to solve: When a bowling ball is released from a bowler's hand, the energy in the ball is partially

Among the 4 following options, which is the correct answer?

- A: stored in the ball until it hits the pins.
 
- B: increased as friction is applied to the ball.
 
- C: converted from kinetic energy into gravitational potential energy.
 
- D: converted to heat and sound when it makes contact with the floor.
 