For the first order reaction with rate constant $k$,which expression gives the half-life period? (Initial concentration $= a$)

  • A
    $\frac{1}{k}$
  • B
    $\frac{1}{ka}$
  • C
    $\frac{0.693}{k}$
  • D
    $\frac{3}{2ka^2}$

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