Which of the following is the correct equation for a first-order reaction?

  • A
    $C_t = C_0 e^{-k_1 t}$
  • B
    $C_t e^{k_1 t} = C_0$
  • C
    $\ln \frac{C_0}{C_t} = -k_1 t$
  • D
    $\ln \frac{C_t}{C_0} = k_1 t$

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