#979B8B Hex Color Code

#979B8B

The Hexadecimal Color #979B8B is a contrast shade of Dark Sea Green. #979B8B RGB value is rgb(151, 155, 139). RGB Color Model of #979B8B consists of 59% red, 60% green and 54% blue. HSL color Mode of #979B8B has 75°(degrees) Hue, 7% Saturation and 58% Lightness. #979B8B color has an wavelength of 572.77778nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #979B8B is #99CC99. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #979B8B is #998. The Closest Color to #979B8B is #8FBC8F. Official Name of #979B8B Hex Code is Lemon Grass. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #979B8B is 3 Cyan 0 Magenta 10 Yellow 39 Black and #979B8B CMY is 3, 0, 10. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #979B8B is hsl(75,7,58, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(75, 10, 61). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #979B8B is 29.14, 31.89, 29.04.
Hex8 Value of #979B8B is #979B8BFF. Decimal Value of #979B8B is 9935755 and Octal Value of #979B8B is 45715613. Binary Value of #979B8B is 10010111, 10011011, 10001011 and Android of #979B8B is 4288125835 / 0xff979b8b. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #979B8B is 0.324, 0.354, 0.354 and YIQ Color Space of #979B8B is 151.98, 2.7572, -5.8252. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #979B8B is 30.34, 33.81, 29.08. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #979B8B is 63.25, -4.46, 7.9. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #979B8B is 63.25, -1.49, 11.79. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #979B8B is 63.25, 9.07, 119.45. Hunter Lab variable of #979B8B is 56.47, -6.72, 9.04.

#979B8B - Lemon Grass Color Image
#979B8B - Lemon Grass Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #979B8B

RGB Percentages of #979B8B

59%
60%
54%

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 #979B8B

54.51%
60.78%
56.08%

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 #979B8B

3%
0%
10%
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 #979B8B

To get 25% Saturated #979B8B Color, you need to convert the hex color #979B8B 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 #979B8B 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 #979B8B

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 #979B8B

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 #979B8B

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 #979B8B to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #979B8B to it's the darkest color.

#979B8B Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(151, 155, 139)
RGB Percent 59%, 60%, 54%
RYB 139.0, 155.0, 143.0
CMYK 3, 0, 10, 39
CMY 3, 0, 10
HSL hsl(75, 7%, 58%)
HSLA hsl(75, 7%, 58%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(75, 10, 61)
XYZ 29.14, 31.89, 29.04
Hex8 Value #979B8BFF
Decimal Value 9935755
Octal Value 45715613
Binary Value 10010111,10011011,10001011
Android 4288125835 / 0xff979b8b
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(75, 7%, 58%)
xyY 0.324, 0.354, 31.886
YIQ 151.98, 2.7572, -5.8252
LMS 30.34, 33.81, 29.08
CieLAB 63.25, -4.46, 7.9
CieLUV : LCHuv 63.25, -1.49, 11.79
CieLCH : LCHab 63.25, 9.07, 119.45
Hunter Lab 56.47, -6.72, 9.04
YUV 151.98, -6.39, -0.86
YDbDr 151.98, -19.53, 1.86
YCbCr 146.52, 121.57, 127.39
YCoCg 150.0, 145.0, 5.0
YPbPr 151.98, -7.33, -0.7
Munsell Color System 11952.96 40.74/121.22

#979B8B HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#979B8B as Background:

A cheerful intelligent face is the end of culture, and success enough. For it indicates the purpose of Nature and wisdom attained.

Ralph Waldo Emerson
<p style="background: #979B8B">…</p>

#979B8B as Text Color:

A well-defined backup plan is sabotage waiting to happen. Why push through the dip, why take the risk, why blow it all when there's the comfortable alternative instead? The people who break through usually have nothing to lose, and they almost never have a backup plan.

Seth Godin
<p style="color: #979B8B">…</p>

#979B8B as Text Shadow:

Don't worry about making mistakes. In fact, the more mistakes you make, the more progress you are making. Just don't repeat the same mistakes.

Mike Michalowicz
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #979B8B">…</p>

#979B8B as Linear Gradient:

In one way an oil boom is a mighty bad thing, because it gets into your blood and almost becomes an obsession. Booms are filled with excitement, adventure, and drama, but sometimes the exit from the scene must be made between suns on a pair of mighty weary feet.

Sue Sanders
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #979B8B)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #979B8B?

RGB Value for #979B8B is rgb(151, 155, 139).

What is the RGB percentage of #979B8B?

RGB percentage for #979B8B is 59% Red 60% Green 54% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #979B8B?

CMYK Color Model of #979B8B is 3 Cyan 0 Magenta 10 Yellow 39 Black.

What is the HSL value of #979B8B?

HSL Value of #979B8B is 75°(degrees) Hue 7 Saturation 58 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #979B8B?

HSV Value of #979B8B is 75 Hue 10 Saturation 61 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #979B8B?

XYZ Color Model of #979B8B is 29.14, 31.89, 29.04.