Science Blue

#0168C9

General Information about Science Blue

Science Blue, represented by the hexadecimal code #0168C9, is a captivating shade of blue that evokes feelings of trust, stability, and intelligence. It is located in the cyan-blue hue range. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 0.4% red, 40.8% green, and 78.8% blue. Science Blue is often associated with technology, science, and innovation. It is a popular choice for branding and web design in these sectors, lending a sense of professionalism and reliability. Because of the high blue saturation it is mostly used in modern designs.

The color #0168C9, also known as Science Blue, presents several accessibility considerations for web developers. Its relatively low luminance can pose challenges regarding contrast. When used as text, it's crucial to ensure a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 against its background, as recommended by WCAG guidelines, to be easily readable for users with visual impairments. Using lighter backgrounds will drastically improve readability. It's also important to consider colorblind users, who might perceive this color differently. Therefore, relying solely on this color to convey important information is not advisable. Supplementing the color with text labels or icons ensures the content is accessible to everyone. Also keep in mind that users can override the website's colors using their browsers' settings.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
1 104 201
RGB1 104 201
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
209.1deg 99.01% 39.61%
209.199.0139.61HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
209.1deg 0.39% 21.18%
209.10.3921.18HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#0168C9
rgb1 104 201
hsl209.1deg 99.01% 39.61%
cmyk99.5% 48.26% 0% 21.18%
hwb209.1deg 0.39% 21.18%
xyz-d650.16 0.14 0.57
oklch0.5243 0.1709 254.79
oklab0.5243 -0.04 -0.16
CMYK
99.5% 48.26% 0% 21.18%
99.548.26021.18CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.16 0.14 0.57
0.160.140.57XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.5243 0.1709 254.79
0.52430.1709254.79LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.5243 -0.04 -0.16
0.5243-0.04-0.16LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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