Science Blue

#0A51CC

General Information about Science Blue

The hexadecimal color code #0A51CC, also known as Science Blue, is a captivating shade of blue that falls within the blue color spectrum. It is composed of 3.92% red, 31.76% green, and 80% blue. This color is often associated with qualities such as intelligence, trust, efficiency, logic, duty, and thoughtfulness. In the RGB color model, #0A51CC consists of 10 red, 81 green, and 204 blue. In the CMYK color space, it is comprised of 95.1% cyan, 60.3% magenta, 0% yellow, and 20% black. Science Blue conveys a sense of professionalism and sophistication, making it a popular choice for branding, websites, and user interfaces, particularly in technology and education-related fields.

The color #0A51CC, also known as Science Blue, presents some accessibility challenges, particularly concerning color contrast. When used as text against a white background, the contrast ratio may not meet WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) standards for readability. This could pose difficulties for users with visual impairments. To enhance accessibility, it's crucial to pair Science Blue with lighter background colors, such as shades of white, light gray, or even pale yellow, to achieve a sufficient contrast ratio. Conversely, if Science Blue is used as a background color, consider employing white or very light-colored text for optimal readability. Tools like WebAIM's contrast checker can be valuable in verifying compliance with accessibility guidelines. Ensuring adequate contrast not only improves the user experience for individuals with visual impairments but also contributes to a more inclusive and user-friendly design for all users.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
10 81 204
RGB10 81 204
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
218.04deg 90.65% 41.96%
218.0490.6541.96HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
218.04deg 3.92% 20%
218.043.9220HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#0A51CC
rgb10 81 204
hsl218.04deg 90.65% 41.96%
cmyk95.1% 60.29% 0% 20%
hwb218.04deg 3.92% 20%
xyz-d650.14 0.1 0.58
oklch0.4794 0.2014 261.36
oklab0.4794 -0.03 -0.2
CMYK
95.1% 60.29% 0% 20%
95.160.29020CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.14 0.1 0.58
0.140.10.58XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.4794 0.2014 261.36
0.47940.2014261.36LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.4794 -0.03 -0.2
0.4794-0.03-0.2LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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