#978C7C Hex Color Code

#978C7C

The Hexadecimal Color #978C7C is a contrast shade of Gray. #978C7C RGB value is rgb(151, 140, 124). RGB Color Model of #978C7C consists of 59% red, 54% green and 48% blue. HSL color Mode of #978C7C has 36°(degrees) Hue, 11% Saturation and 54% Lightness. #978C7C color has an wavelength of 597.33333nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #978C7C is #999999. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #978C7C is #987. The Closest Color to #978C7C is #808080. Official Name of #978C7C Hex Code is Pale Oyster. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #978C7C is 0 Cyan 7 Magenta 18 Yellow 41 Black and #978C7C CMY is 0, 7, 18. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #978C7C is hsl(36,11,54, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(36, 18, 59). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #978C7C is 25.78, 26.79, 22.88.
Hex8 Value of #978C7C is #978C7CFF. Decimal Value of #978C7C is 9931900 and Octal Value of #978C7C is 45706174. Binary Value of #978C7C is 10010111, 10001100, 1111100 and Android of #978C7C is 4288121980 / 0xff978c7c. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #978C7C is 0.342, 0.355, 0.355 and YIQ Color Space of #978C7C is 141.465, 11.6957, -2.6527. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #978C7C is 26.68, 27.48, 22.94. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #978C7C is 58.78, 1.33, 10.03. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #978C7C is 58.78, 7.6, 13.37. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #978C7C is 58.78, 10.12, 82.45. Hunter Lab variable of #978C7C is 51.76, -1.67, 10.02.

#978C7C - Pale Oyster Color Image
#978C7C - Pale Oyster Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #978C7C

RGB Percentages of #978C7C

59%
54%
48%

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 #978C7C

55.91%
59.22%
48.63%

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 #978C7C

0%
7%
18%
41%

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 #978C7C

To get 25% Saturated #978C7C Color, you need to convert the hex color #978C7C 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 #978C7C 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 #978C7C

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 #978C7C

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 #978C7C

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 #978C7C to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #978C7C to it's the darkest color.

#978C7C Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(151, 140, 124)
RGB Percent 59%, 54%, 48%
RYB 142.56, 151.0, 124.0
CMYK 0, 7, 18, 41
CMY 0, 7, 18
HSL hsl(36, 11%, 54%)
HSLA hsl(36, 11%, 54%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(36, 18, 59)
XYZ 25.78, 26.79, 22.88
Hex8 Value #978C7CFF
Decimal Value 9931900
Octal Value 45706174
Binary Value 10010111,10001100,1111100
Android 4288121980 / 0xff978c7c
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(36, 11%, 54%)
xyY 0.342, 0.355, 26.791
YIQ 141.465, 11.6957, -2.6527
LMS 26.68, 27.48, 22.94
CieLAB 58.78, 1.33, 10.03
CieLUV : LCHuv 58.78, 7.6, 13.37
CieLCH : LCHab 58.78, 10.12, 82.45
Hunter Lab 51.76, -1.67, 10.02
YUV 141.465, -8.59, 8.36
YDbDr 141.465, -26.28, -18.13
YCbCr 137.49, 119.34, 133.97
YCoCg 138.75, 137.5, 1.25
YPbPr 141.47, -9.86, 6.8
Munsell Color System 11666.51 46.50/80.13

#978C7C HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#978C7C as Background:

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#978C7C as Text Color:

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#978C7C as Text Shadow:

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#978C7C as Linear Gradient:

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FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #978C7C?

RGB Value for #978C7C is rgb(151, 140, 124).

What is the RGB percentage of #978C7C?

RGB percentage for #978C7C is 59% Red 54% Green 48% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #978C7C?

CMYK Color Model of #978C7C is 0 Cyan 7 Magenta 18 Yellow 41 Black.

What is the HSL value of #978C7C?

HSL Value of #978C7C is 36°(degrees) Hue 11 Saturation 54 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #978C7C?

HSV Value of #978C7C is 36 Hue 18 Saturation 59 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #978C7C?

XYZ Color Model of #978C7C is 25.78, 26.79, 22.88.