#979B6B Hex Color Code

#979B6B

The Hexadecimal Color #979B6B is a contrast shade of Gray. #979B6B RGB value is rgb(151, 155, 107). RGB Color Model of #979B6B consists of 59% red, 60% green and 41% blue. HSL color Mode of #979B6B has 65°(degrees) Hue, 19% Saturation and 51% Lightness. #979B6B color has an wavelength of 579.07407nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #979B6B is #99CC99. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #979B6B is #996. The Closest Color to #979B6B is #808080. Official Name of #979B6B Hex Code is Gurkha. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #979B6B is 3 Cyan 0 Magenta 31 Yellow 39 Black and #979B6B CMY is 3, 0, 31. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #979B6B is hsl(65,19,51, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(65, 31, 61). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #979B6B is 27.14, 31.08, 18.48.
Hex8 Value of #979B6B is #979B6BFF. Decimal Value of #979B6B is 9935723 and Octal Value of #979B6B is 45715553. Binary Value of #979B6B is 10010111, 10011011, 1101011 and Android of #979B6B is 4288125803 / 0xff979b6b. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #979B6B is 0.354, 0.405, 0.405 and YIQ Color Space of #979B6B is 148.332, 13.0388, -15.7836. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #979B6B is 30.24, 33.78, 18.68. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #979B6B is 62.58, -9.43, 24.74. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #979B6B is 62.58, -0.01, 33.65. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #979B6B is 62.58, 26.48, 110.87. Hunter Lab variable of #979B6B is 55.75, -10.66, 19.37.

#979B6B - Gurkha Color Image
#979B6B - Gurkha Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #979B6B

RGB Percentages of #979B6B

59%
60%
41%

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 #979B6B

41.96%
60.78%
43.53%

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 #979B6B

3%
0%
31%
39%

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 #979B6B

To get 25% Saturated #979B6B Color, you need to convert the hex color #979B6B 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 #979B6B 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 #979B6B

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 #979B6B

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 #979B6B

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 #979B6B to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #979B6B to it's the darkest color.

#979B6B Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(151, 155, 107)
RGB Percent 59%, 60%, 41%
RYB 107.0, 155.0, 111.0
CMYK 3, 0, 31, 39
CMY 3, 0, 31
HSL hsl(65, 19%, 51%)
HSLA hsl(65, 19%, 51%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(65, 31, 61)
XYZ 27.14, 31.08, 18.48
Hex8 Value #979B6BFF
Decimal Value 9935723
Octal Value 45715553
Binary Value 10010111,10011011,1101011
Android 4288125803 / 0xff979b6b
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(65, 19%, 51%)
xyY 0.354, 0.405, 31.084
YIQ 148.332, 13.0388, -15.7836
LMS 30.24, 33.78, 18.68
CieLAB 62.58, -9.43, 24.74
CieLUV : LCHuv 62.58, -0.01, 33.65
CieLCH : LCHab 62.58, 26.48, 110.87
Hunter Lab 55.75, -10.66, 19.37
YUV 148.332, -20.34, 2.34
YDbDr 148.332, -62.18, -5.08
YCbCr 143.39, 107.51, 129.67
YCoCg 142.0, 129.0, 13.0
YPbPr 148.33, -23.33, 1.9
Munsell Color System 11906.08 122.23/109.89

#979B6B HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#979B6B as Background:

We can never replace a friend. When a man is fortunate enough to have several, he finds they are all different. No one has a double in friendship.

Friedrich Schiller
<p style="background: #979B6B">…</p>

#979B6B as Text Color:

People come in and out of our lives to teach us. And we teach other people. It's part of the process. They come in and they go out. Some stay for longer than others.

Gillian Anderson
<p style="color: #979B6B">…</p>

#979B6B as Text Shadow:

Let me tell you I am better acquainted with you for a long absence, as men are with themselves for a long affliction: absence does but hold off a friend, to make one see him the truer.

Ovid
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #979B6B">…</p>

#979B6B as Linear Gradient:

Every one must bear his own universe, and most persons are moderately interested in learning how their neighbors have managed to carry theirs.

Henry Adams
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #979B6B)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #979B6B?

RGB Value for #979B6B is rgb(151, 155, 107).

What is the RGB percentage of #979B6B?

RGB percentage for #979B6B is 59% Red 60% Green 41% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #979B6B?

CMYK Color Model of #979B6B is 3 Cyan 0 Magenta 31 Yellow 39 Black.

What is the HSL value of #979B6B?

HSL Value of #979B6B is 65°(degrees) Hue 19 Saturation 51 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #979B6B?

HSV Value of #979B6B is 65 Hue 31 Saturation 61 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #979B6B?

XYZ Color Model of #979B6B is 27.14, 31.08, 18.48.