#979999 Hex Color Code

#979999

The Hexadecimal Color #979999 is a contrast shade of Dark Gray. #979999 RGB value is rgb(151, 153, 153). RGB Color Model of #979999 consists of 59% red, 60% green and 60% blue. HSL color Mode of #979999 has 180°(degrees) Hue, 1% Saturation and 60% Lightness. #979999 color has an wavelength of 506.66667nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #979999 is #99CCCC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #979999 is #999. The Closest Color to #979999 is #A9A9A9. Official Name of #979999 Hex Code is Mountain Mist. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #979999 is 1 Cyan 0 Magenta 0 Yellow 40 Black and #979999 CMY is 1, 0, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #979999 is hsl(180,1,60, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(180, 1, 60). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #979999 is 29.9, 31.66, 34.67.
Hex8 Value of #979999 is #979999FF. Decimal Value of #979999 is 9935257 and Octal Value of #979999 is 45714631. Binary Value of #979999 is 10010111, 10011001, 10011001 and Android of #979999 is 4288125337 / 0xff979999. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #979999 is 0.311, 0.329, 0.329 and YIQ Color Space of #979999 is 152.402, -1.1918, -0.423. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #979999 is 29.88, 32.92, 34.61. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #979999 is 63.06, -0.73, -0.26. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #979999 is 63.06, -1.14, -0.26. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #979999 is 63.06, 0.77, 199.6. Hunter Lab variable of #979999 is 56.27, -3.61, 2.85.

#979999 - Mountain Mist Color Image
#979999 - Mountain Mist Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #979999

RGB Percentages of #979999

59%
60%
60%

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 #979999

59.22%
59.61%
60.0%

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 #979999

1%
0%
0%
40%

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 #979999

To get 25% Saturated #979999 Color, you need to convert the hex color #979999 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 #979999 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 #979999

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 #979999

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 #979999

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 #979999 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #979999 to it's the darkest color.

#979999 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(151, 153, 153)
RGB Percent 59%, 60%, 60%
RYB 151.0, 152.0, 153.0
CMYK 1, 0, 0, 40
CMY 1, 0, 0
HSL hsl(180, 1%, 60%)
HSLA hsl(180, 1%, 60%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(180, 1, 60)
XYZ 29.9, 31.66, 34.67
Hex8 Value #979999FF
Decimal Value 9935257
Octal Value 45714631
Binary Value 10010111,10011001,10011001
Android 4288125337 / 0xff979999
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(180, 1%, 60%)
xyY 0.311, 0.329, 31.662
YIQ 152.402, -1.1918, -0.423
LMS 29.88, 32.92, 34.61
CieLAB 63.06, -0.73, -0.26
CieLUV : LCHuv 63.06, -1.14, -0.26
CieLCH : LCHab 63.06, 0.77, 199.6
Hunter Lab 56.27, -3.61, 2.85
YUV 152.402, 0.29, -1.23
YDbDr 152.402, 0.9, 2.67
YCbCr 146.89, 128.3, 127.12
YCoCg 152.5, 152.0, 0.5
YPbPr 152.4, 0.34, -1.0
Munsell Color System 11942.67 15.51/205.87

#979999 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#979999 as Background:

He who joyfully marches to music in rank and file has already earned my contempt. He has been given a large brain by mistake, since for him the spinal cord would suffice.

Albert Einstein
<p style="background: #979999">…</p>

#979999 as Text Color:

Watch out for intellect, because it knows so much it knows nothing and leaves you hanging upside down, mouthing knowledge as your heart falls out of your mouth.

Anne Sexton
<p style="color: #979999">…</p>

#979999 as Text Shadow:

Let the sun stop burning, Let them tell me love's not worth going through. If it all falls apart, I will know deep in my heart, The only dream that mattered had come true ...In this life I was loved by you.

Bette Midler
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #979999">…</p>

#979999 as Linear Gradient:

Oh, rather give me commentators plain, Who with no deep researches vex the brain; Who from the dark and doubtful love to run, And hold their glimmering tapers to the sun.

George Crabbe
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #979999)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #979999?

RGB Value for #979999 is rgb(151, 153, 153).

What is the RGB percentage of #979999?

RGB percentage for #979999 is 59% Red 60% Green 60% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #979999?

CMYK Color Model of #979999 is 1 Cyan 0 Magenta 0 Yellow 40 Black.

What is the HSL value of #979999?

HSL Value of #979999 is 180°(degrees) Hue 1 Saturation 60 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #979999?

HSV Value of #979999 is 180 Hue 1 Saturation 60 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #979999?

XYZ Color Model of #979999 is 29.9, 31.66, 34.67.