#979B79 Hex Color Code
#979B79
The Hexadecimal Color #979B79 is a contrast shade of Gray. #979B79 RGB value is rgb(151, 155, 121). RGB Color Model of #979B79 consists of 59% red, 60% green and 47% blue. HSL color Mode of #979B79 has 67°(degrees) Hue, 15% Saturation and 54% Lightness. #979B79 color has an wavelength of 577.81481nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #979B79 is #99CC99. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #979B79 is #997. The Closest Color to #979B79 is #808080. Official Name of #979B79 Hex Code is Gurkha. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #979B79 is 3 Cyan 0 Magenta 22 Yellow 39 Black and #979B79 CMY is 3, 0, 22. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #979B79 is hsl(67,15,54, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(67, 22, 61). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #979B79 is 27.93, 31.4, 22.68.
Hex8 Value of #979B79 is #979B79FF. Decimal Value of #979B79 is 9935737 and Octal Value of #979B79 is 45715571. Binary Value of #979B79 is 10010111, 10011011, 1111001 and Android of #979B79 is 4288125817 / 0xff979b79. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #979B79 is 0.341, 0.383, 0.383 and YIQ Color Space of #979B79 is 149.928, 8.5406, -11.4268. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #979B79 is 30.27, 33.79, 22.81. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #979B79 is 62.84, -7.43, 17.38. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #979B79 is 62.84, -0.65, 24.58. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #979B79 is 62.84, 18.9, 113.15. Hunter Lab variable of #979B79 is 56.04, -9.09, 15.23.
Graphic Percentage Representation of #979B79
RGB Percentages of #979B79
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 #979B79
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 #979B79
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 #979B79
To get 25% Saturated #979B79 Color, you need to convert the hex color #979B79 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 #979B79 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 #979B79
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 #979B79
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 #979B79
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 #979B79 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #979B79 to it's the darkest color.
#979B79 Hex Code Space Conversions
| RGB | rgb(151, 155, 121) |
| RGB Percent | 59%, 60%, 47% |
| RYB | 121.0, 155.0, 125.0 |
| CMYK | 3, 0, 22, 39 |
| CMY | 3, 0, 22 |
| HSL | hsl(67, 15%, 54%) |
| HSLA | hsl(67, 15%, 54%, 1.0) |
| HSV | hsv(67, 22, 61) |
| XYZ | 27.93, 31.4, 22.68 |
| Hex8 Value | #979B79FF |
| Decimal Value | 9935737 |
| Octal Value | 45715571 |
| Binary Value | 10010111,10011011,1111001 |
| Android | 4288125817 / 0xff979b79 |
| HSLuv : HUSL | hsl(67, 15%, 54%) |
| xyY | 0.341, 0.383, 31.403 |
| YIQ | 149.928, 8.5406, -11.4268 |
| LMS | 30.27, 33.79, 22.81 |
| CieLAB | 62.84, -7.43, 17.38 |
| CieLUV : LCHuv | 62.84, -0.65, 24.58 |
| CieLCH : LCHab | 62.84, 18.9, 113.15 |
| Hunter Lab | 56.04, -9.09, 15.23 |
| YUV | 149.928, -14.24, 0.94 |
| YDbDr | 149.928, -43.52, -2.05 |
| YCbCr | 144.76, 113.66, 128.67 |
| YCoCg | 145.5, 136.0, 9.5 |
| YPbPr | 149.93, -16.33, 0.76 |
| Munsell Color System | 11925.64 84.07/111.65 |
#979B79 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples
#979B79 as Background:
The mind can proceed only so far upon what it knows and can prove. There comes a point where the mind takes a higher plane of knowledge, but can never prove how it got there. All great discoveries have involved such a leap
<p style="background: #979B79">…</p>#979B79 as Text Color:
I am constantly amazed at how little painters know about painting, writers about writing, merchants about business, manufacturers about manufacturing. Most men just drift.
<p style="color: #979B79">…</p>#979B79 as Text Shadow:
In a spiral galaxy, the ratio of dark-to-light matter is about a factor of ten. That's probably a good number for the ratio of our ignorance-to-knowledge. We're out of kindergarten, but only in about third grade.
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #979B79">…</p>#979B79 as Linear Gradient:
Philosophy is harmonized knowledge making a harmonious life; it is the self-discipline which lifts us to serenity and freedom. Knowledge is power, but only wisdom is liberty.
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #979B79)">…</div>FAQ:
What is the RGB value of #979B79?
RGB Value for #979B79 is rgb(151, 155, 121).
What is the RGB percentage of #979B79?
RGB percentage for #979B79 is 59% Red 60% Green 47% Blue.
What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #979B79?
CMYK Color Model of #979B79 is 3 Cyan 0 Magenta 22 Yellow 39 Black.
What is the HSL value of #979B79?
HSL Value of #979B79 is 67°(degrees) Hue 15 Saturation 54 Lightness.
What is the HSV value of #979B79?
HSV Value of #979B79 is 67 Hue 22 Saturation 61 Value.
What is the XYZ Color Model of #979B79?
XYZ Color Model of #979B79 is 27.93, 31.4, 22.68.