Science Blue

#0864DE

General Information about Science Blue

Science Blue, represented by the hexadecimal color code #0864DE, is a captivating shade of blue that evokes feelings of innovation, intelligence, and technological advancement. It is a medium-dark hue with a strong presence, making it suitable for various applications in design, art, and branding. The color's name suggests a connection to scientific fields, further enhancing its association with knowledge and precision. In the RGB color model, Science Blue is composed of 0.03% red, 39.22% green, and 87.06% blue. The CMYK representation is 99% cyan, 55% magenta, 0% yellow, and 13% black. This specific combination of color components gives Science Blue its distinctive character, making it a popular choice for designers seeking to convey a sense of modernity, clarity, and technological sophistication.

The color #0864DE, also known as Science Blue, presents some accessibility challenges, especially when used as text on a white background. Its relatively low luminance contrast ratio requires careful consideration. According to WCAG guidelines, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text to ensure readability for users with visual impairments. When using Science Blue for text, it's crucial to pair it with a very light background, like white (#FFFFFF), or even better, consider using it for graphical elements where text legibility is not paramount. Ensure interactive elements using this color have sufficient contrast in their different states (hover, focus, active) to be perceivable. For important textual content, consider darker shades of blue or contrasting colors like yellow or white to meet accessibility standards and provide a better user experience for everyone, including individuals with color vision deficiencies.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
8 100 222
RGB8 100 222
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
214.21deg 93.04% 45.1%
214.2193.0445.1HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
214.21deg 3.14% 12.94%
214.213.1412.94HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#0864DE
rgb8 100 222
hsl214.21deg 93.04% 45.1%
cmyk96.4% 54.95% 0% 12.94%
hwb214.21deg 3.14% 12.94%
xyz-d650.18 0.14 0.71
oklch0.5326 0.2018 259.05
oklab0.5326 -0.04 -0.2
CMYK
96.4% 54.95% 0% 12.94%
96.454.95012.94CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.18 0.14 0.71
0.180.140.71XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.5326 0.2018 259.05
0.53260.2018259.05LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.5326 -0.04 -0.2
0.5326-0.04-0.2LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

Alternative colors

Applications

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