Science Blue

#024CE4

General Information about #024CE4

The hexadecimal color code #024CE4 represents a specific point in the blue spectrum, often referred to as 'Science Blue.' It is composed of 1.18% red, 28.24% green, and 89.41% blue. This significant presence of blue contributes to its distinctive hue. In the RGB color model, the color is created by mixing these proportions of red, green, and blue light. The CMYK representation, used for printing, translates to approximately 99% cyan, 68% magenta, 0% yellow, and 11% black. This indicates the ink mix necessary to reproduce the color on printed materials. Its usage often evokes feelings of calmness and clarity, making it suitable for a variety of applications.

The color #024CE4, also known as Science Blue, presents several accessibility considerations. With a low luminance value, it may pose challenges when used as text on a white background, potentially failing WCAG contrast ratio requirements, especially for users with visual impairments. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text is recommended. When using this color, it's crucial to pair it with a light color for text or graphical elements. For backgrounds, it is advisable to use light colors such as white (#FFFFFF) or very light grays. If #024CE4 is used for interactive elements like buttons, ensure sufficient visual cues beyond color alone are present, such as icons or text labels, to aid users who are color blind. It is very important to check the contrast ratio using automated tools during the design process.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
2 76 228
RGB2 76 228
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
220.35deg 98.26% 45.1%
220.3598.2645.1HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
220.35deg 0.78% 10.59%
220.350.7810.59HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#024CE4
rgb2 76 228
hsl220.35deg 98.26% 45.1%
cmyk99.12% 66.67% 0% 10.59%
hwb220.35deg 0.78% 10.59%
xyz-d650.17 0.11 0.75
oklch0.4918 0.2374 262.68
oklab0.4918 -0.03 -0.24
CMYK
99.12% 66.67% 0% 10.59%
99.1266.67010.59CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.17 0.11 0.75
0.170.110.75XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.4918 0.2374 262.68
0.49180.2374262.68LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.4918 -0.03 -0.24
0.4918-0.03-0.24LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

Alternative colors

Applications

Complementary color

Buttons