#42BCBF Hex Color Code

#42BCBF

The Hexadecimal Color #42BCBF is a contrast shade of Medium Turquoise. #42BCBF RGB value is rgb(66, 188, 191). RGB Color Model of #42BCBF consists of 25% red, 73% green and 74% blue. HSL color Mode of #42BCBF has 181°(degrees) Hue, 49% Saturation and 50% Lightness. #42BCBF color has an wavelength of 506.03704nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #42BCBF is #66CCCC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #42BCBF is #4BB. The Closest Color to #42BCBF is #48D1CC. Official Name of #42BCBF Hex Code is Fountain Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #42BCBF is 65 Cyan 2 Magenta 0 Yellow 25 Black and #42BCBF CMY is 65, 2, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #42BCBF is hsl(181,49,50, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(181, 65, 75). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #42BCBF is 29.63, 40.88, 55.61.
Hex8 Value of #42BCBF is #42BCBFFF. Decimal Value of #42BCBF is 4373695 and Octal Value of #42BCBF is 20536277. Binary Value of #42BCBF is 1000010, 10111100, 10111111 and Android of #42BCBF is 4282563775 / 0xff42bcbf. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #42BCBF is 0.235, 0.324, 0.324 and YIQ Color Space of #42BCBF is 151.864, -73.6637, -24.8694. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #42BCBF is 30.24, 48.89, 55.33. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #42BCBF is 70.09, -32.06, -11.43. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #42BCBF is 70.09, -46.89, -12.7. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #42BCBF is 70.09, 34.04, 199.62. Hunter Lab variable of #42BCBF is 63.94, -29.17, -6.81.

#42BCBF - Fountain Blue Color Image
#42BCBF - Fountain Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #42BCBF

RGB Percentages of #42BCBF

25%
73%
74%

RGB stands for Red, Green, and Blue, which are the three primary colors used to create a vast array of colors by varying their intensities. By adjusting the brightness of these three primary colors, virtually any color visible to the human eye can be produced.

RYB Percentages of #42BCBF

25.88%
50.09%
74.9%

The RYB color model is based on Red, Yellow, and Blue Colors. When two primary colors are mixed, they form a secondary color or when mixed all, they result in tertiary color.

CMYK Percentages of #42BCBF

65%
2%
0%
25%

CMYK stands for Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Key (Black). Starting with a white canvas, various amounts of cyan, magenta, yellow, and black ink are combined to absorb or subtract specific wavelengths of light, resulting in the desired color.

Various Color Shades of #42BCBF

To get 25% Saturated #42BCBF Color, you need to convert the hex color #42BCBF to the HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) color space, increase the saturation value by 25%, and then convert it back to the hex color. To desaturate a color by 25%, we need to reduce its saturation level while keeping the same hue and lightness. Saturation represents the intensity or vividness of a color. A 100% saturation means the color is fully vivid, while a 0% saturation results in a shade of gray. To make a color 25% darker or 25% lighter, you need to reduce the intensity of each of its RGB (Red, Green, Blue) components by 25% or increase it to 25%. Inverting a #42BCBF hex color involves converting each of its RGB (Red, Green, Blue) components to their complementary values. The complementary color is found by subtracting each component's value from the maximum value of 255.

Analogous and Monochromatic Colors of #42BCBF

Analogous colors are groups of hues that are located next to each other on the color wheel. These colors share a similar undertone and create a sense of harmony when used together. Analogous color schemes are mainly used in design or art to create a sense of cohesion and flow in a color scheme composition.

Monochromatic colors refer to a color scheme that uses variations of a single color. These variations are achieved by adjusting the shade, tint, or tone of the base color. Monochromatic approach is commonly used in interior design or fashion to create a sense of understated elegance and give a sense of simplicity and consistency.

Triad, Tetrad and SplitComplement of #42BCBF

Triad, Tetrad, and Split Complement are hex color schemes used in art to create harmonious combinations of colors.

The Triad color scheme involves three colors that are evenly spaced around the color wheel, forming an equilateral triangle. The primary triad includes red, blue, and yellow, while other triadic combinations can be formed with different hues. Triad color schemes offer a balanced contrast and are versatile for creating vibrant and dynamic visuals.

The Tetrad color scheme incorporates four colors that are arranged in two complementary pairs. These pairs create a rectangle or square shape on the color wheel. The primary Tetrad includes two sets of complementary colors, such as red and green, and blue and orange. This scheme provides a wide range of color options and allows for both strong contrast and harmonious blends.

The Split Complement color scheme involves a base color paired with the two colors adjacent to its complementary color on the color wheel. For example, if the base color is blue, the Split Complement scheme would include blue, yellow-orange, and red-orange. This combination maintains contrast while offering a more subtle and balanced alternative to a complementary color scheme.

Tints and Shades of #42BCBF

A Color Tint is created by mixing white (#FFFFFF) to any pure color whereas A Color Shade is calculated by adding black (#000000) to any pure hue. See the Color Tints of #42BCBF to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #42BCBF to it's the darkest color.

#42BCBF Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(66, 188, 191)
RGB Percent 25%, 73%, 74%
RYB 66.0, 127.74, 191.0
CMYK 65, 2, 0, 25
CMY 65, 2, 0
HSL hsl(181, 49%, 50%)
HSLA hsl(181, 49%, 50%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(181, 65, 75)
XYZ 29.63, 40.88, 55.61
Hex8 Value #42BCBFFF
Decimal Value 4373695
Octal Value 20536277
Binary Value 1000010,10111100,10111111
Android 4282563775 / 0xff42bcbf
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(181, 49%, 50%)
xyY 0.235, 0.324, 40.883
YIQ 151.864, -73.6637, -24.8694
LMS 30.24, 48.89, 55.33
CieLAB 70.09, -32.06, -11.43
CieLUV : LCHuv 70.09, -46.89, -12.7
CieLCH : LCHab 70.09, 34.04, 199.62
Hunter Lab 63.94, -29.17, -6.81
YUV 151.864, 19.24, -75.33
YDbDr 151.864, 58.9, 163.28
YCbCr 146.42, 147.4, 74.2
YCoCg 158.25, 128.5, 29.75
YPbPr 151.86, 22.09, -61.24
Munsell Color System 12289.88 176.37/198.83

#42BCBF HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#42BCBF as Background:

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John Sexton
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#42BCBF as Text Color:

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John Hughes
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#42BCBF as Text Shadow:

I've come to see that I have two choices in how I approach change: I can either resist change or be open to what's ahead and feel the peace that "all is well in the universe." When I lean into the latter, I feel excited about the future.

Marci Shimoff
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#42BCBF as Linear Gradient:

Spring seems far off, impossible, but it is coming. Already there is dusk instead of darkness at five in the afternoon; already hope is stirring at the edges of the day.

Kathleen Norris
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FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #42BCBF?

RGB Value for #42BCBF is rgb(66, 188, 191).

What is the RGB percentage of #42BCBF?

RGB percentage for #42BCBF is 25% Red 73% Green 74% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #42BCBF?

CMYK Color Model of #42BCBF is 65 Cyan 2 Magenta 0 Yellow 25 Black.

What is the HSL value of #42BCBF?

HSL Value of #42BCBF is 181°(degrees) Hue 49 Saturation 50 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #42BCBF?

HSV Value of #42BCBF is 181 Hue 65 Saturation 75 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #42BCBF?

XYZ Color Model of #42BCBF is 29.63, 40.88, 55.61.