Science Blue

#046EE2

General Information about Science Blue

The hexadecimal color code #046EE2, commonly known as Science Blue, represents a distinct shade of blue in the RGB color model. It's composed of 1.57% red, 43.53% green, and 88.63% blue. In the sRGB color space, its hue angle is 215.7 degrees, saturation is 96.43%, and lightness is 45.1%. This particular blue exudes a sense of modernity, innovation, and trustworthiness. Science Blue finds widespread application in diverse fields, including web design, branding, and graphic design, owing to its ability to convey a sense of reliability and technological advancement. Its vibrant and energetic nature makes it suitable for highlighting key information and creating visually appealing user interfaces. Understanding the color's properties is crucial for designers aiming to create aesthetically pleasing and effective designs.

The hex color #046EE2, also known as Science Blue, presents several accessibility considerations for web developers. Its relatively low luminance necessitates careful pairing with text and background colors to ensure sufficient contrast. According to WCAG guidelines, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text against its background. When using #046EE2 as a background, it's advisable to use light-colored text such as white or very light grays. Conversely, when using it for text, a dark background is crucial for readability. Developers should utilize contrast checking tools to verify compliance with accessibility standards, ensuring users with visual impairments can perceive the content effectively. Additionally, relying solely on color to convey information should be avoided; alternative cues like text labels or icons should be provided to accommodate users with color vision deficiencies.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
4 110 226
RGB4 110 226
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
211.35deg 96.52% 45.1%
211.3596.5245.1HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
211.35deg 1.57% 11.37%
211.351.5711.37HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#046EE2
rgb4 110 226
hsl211.35deg 96.52% 45.1%
cmyk98.23% 51.33% 0% 11.37%
hwb211.35deg 1.57% 11.37%
xyz-d650.19 0.17 0.74
oklch0.5562 0.1953 257
oklab0.5562 -0.04 -0.19
CMYK
98.23% 51.33% 0% 11.37%
98.2351.33011.37CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.19 0.17 0.74
0.190.170.74XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.5562 0.1953 257
0.55620.1953257LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.5562 -0.04 -0.19
0.5562-0.04-0.19LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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