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Cadet Blue

Hex Code #4AA09A

Color Analysis Summary

Color #4AA09A, historically referred to as Cadet Blue, is a beautifully balanced color tone. Mathematically, in the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) spectrum, this color is formulated by mixing 29% red, 63% green, and 60% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 74, Green: 160, and Blue: 154. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #4AA09A. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 176°, a saturation of 37%, and a lightness index of 46%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 63%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #4AA09A into your UI layout is highly recommended for building visual hierarchy, either as a primary brand marker or a subtle secondary accent. When paired with its programmatic complement or analogous siblings, it creates a highly professional and accessible color scheme.

Color Code Formats

RGB (Red, Green, Blue)74, 160, 154
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)176°, 37%, 46%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)176°, 54%, 63%
CSS Valuergb(74, 160, 154)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background3.09:1
AA Normal Text (4.5:1)FAIL
AA Large Text (3.0:1)PASS
AAA Normal Text (7.0:1)FAIL
AAA Large Text (4.5:1)FAIL
On Black Background6.79:1
AA Normal Text (4.5:1)PASS
AA Large Text (3.0:1)PASS
AAA Normal Text (7.0:1)FAIL
AAA Large Text (4.5:1)PASS

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