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Cadet Blue

Hex Code #52BCAC

Color Analysis Summary

Color #52BCAC, 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 32% red, 74% green, and 67% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 82, Green: 188, and Blue: 172. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #52BCAC. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 171°, a saturation of 44%, and a lightness index of 53%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 74%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #52BCAC 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)82, 188, 172
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)171°, 44%, 53%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)171°, 56%, 74%
CSS Valuergb(82, 188, 172)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background2.3:1
AA Normal Text (4.5:1)FAIL
AA Large Text (3.0:1)FAIL
AAA Normal Text (7.0:1)FAIL
AAA Large Text (4.5:1)FAIL
On Black Background9.15:1
AA Normal Text (4.5:1)PASS
AA Large Text (3.0:1)PASS
AAA Normal Text (7.0:1)PASS
AAA Large Text (4.5:1)PASS

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