Science Blue

#0374E3

General Information about Science Blue

The hexadecimal color code #0374E3, commonly referred to as Science Blue, is a vibrant and engaging shade of blue. In the RGB color model, #0374E3 is composed of 1.18% red, 45.49% green, and 89.02% blue. This particular combination of primary colors gives it a bright and energetic appearance. Science Blue is often associated with knowledge, technology, and innovation, making it a popular choice in various applications from web design to branding. Its hex triplet is 0374E3, and it has a CMYK value of (99, 49, 0, 11). This color exhibits high luminosity and saturation, contributing to its eye-catching quality, and evokes feelings of trust and reliability.

The hex color #0374E3, also known as Science Blue, generally provides good contrast on white backgrounds due to its moderate luminance. However, when used with darker backgrounds, its visibility might be compromised, necessitating careful consideration of contrast ratios to meet accessibility standards like WCAG. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text. To ensure inclusivity, evaluate the color's appearance for users with visual impairments. Tools like contrast checkers can help determine if the color pairing passes accessibility guidelines. When in doubt, consider using a lighter shade of blue or incorporating a high-contrast border to enhance readability and comply with accessibility standards, ultimately promoting a better user experience for everyone.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
3 116 227
RGB3 116 227
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
209.73deg 97.39% 45.1%
209.7397.3945.1HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
209.73deg 1.18% 10.98%
209.731.1810.98HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#0374E3
rgb3 116 227
hsl209.73deg 97.39% 45.1%
cmyk98.68% 48.9% 0% 10.98%
hwb209.73deg 1.18% 10.98%
xyz-d650.2 0.18 0.75
oklch0.5696 0.1897 255.51
oklab0.5696 -0.05 -0.18
CMYK
98.68% 48.9% 0% 10.98%
98.6848.9010.98CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.2 0.18 0.75
0.20.180.75XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.5696 0.1897 255.51
0.56960.1897255.51LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.5696 -0.05 -0.18
0.5696-0.05-0.18LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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