Step 1: Understand specific conductance.
Specific conductance (also called conductivity) is a property of a material that describes its ability to conduct electric current. It is the inverse of resistivity and is expressed in ohm$^{-1}$ cm$^{-1}$.
Step 2: Apply to the options.
- The unit of specific conductance is the inverse of resistance per unit length, which is ohm$^{-1}$ cm$^{-1}$, corresponding to option (C).
Final Answer:
\[
\boxed{\text{ohm}^{-1} \text{cm}^{-1}}
\]