Science Blue

#0B69DB

General Information about Science Blue

Science Blue, represented by the hexadecimal color code #0B69DB, is a vivid and captivating shade of blue. It is often associated with concepts such as intelligence, trustworthiness, and tranquility. In color psychology, blue is known to evoke feelings of calmness and serenity, making it a popular choice for various applications. The RGB (Red, Green, Blue) values for Science Blue are R:11, G:105, B:219, indicating a strong presence of blue light with minimal red and a moderate amount of green. This particular shade of blue falls into the category of lighter blues. It can be an excellent choice for branding and marketing materials.

The color #0B69DB, also known as Science Blue, presents some accessibility challenges, especially concerning color contrast. When used as text against a white background, it might not meet WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) requirements for sufficient contrast, potentially making it difficult for users with visual impairments to read. Similarly, when used as a background color, text needs to be carefully chosen to ensure adequate contrast. Using online contrast checkers can help determine if the color combination passes accessibility standards. A minimum contrast ratio of 4.5:1 is generally recommended for normal text, and 3:1 for large text. To improve accessibility, consider pairing #0B69DB with lighter shades or using it for non-textual elements where contrast is less critical. Also, avoid using it as the only means of conveying important information, as colorblind users may not be able to perceive it correctly.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
11 105 219
RGB11 105 219
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
212.88deg 90.43% 45.1%
212.8890.4345.1HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
212.88deg 4.31% 14.12%
212.884.3114.12HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#0B69DB
rgb11 105 219
hsl212.88deg 90.43% 45.1%
cmyk94.98% 52.05% 0% 14.12%
hwb212.88deg 4.31% 14.12%
xyz-d650.18 0.15 0.69
oklch0.5409 0.1918 257.73
oklab0.5409 -0.04 -0.19
CMYK
94.98% 52.05% 0% 14.12%
94.9852.05014.12CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.18 0.15 0.69
0.180.150.69XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.5409 0.1918 257.73
0.54090.1918257.73LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.5409 -0.04 -0.19
0.5409-0.04-0.19LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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