Turquoise Color — #40E0D0
Complete color reference for #40E0D0: conversions to RGB, HSL, HSV, CMYK, color harmonies, shades & tints scale, and WCAG accessibility contrast ratios.
Color Format Conversions
#40E0D0rgb(64, 224, 208)hsl(174, 72%, 56%)hsv(174, 71%, 88%)C:71% M:0% Y:7% K:12%turquoise42518560.5896WCAG Accessibility Contrast
WCAG AA requires ≥4.5:1 (normal text) or ≥3:1 (large text). WCAG AAA requires ≥7:1.
Shades & Tints Scale
Steps 50–400 are tints (mixed with white); 500 is the base color; 600–900 are shades (mixed with black).
Color Harmonies
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the RGB equivalent of #40E0D0?
The RGB equivalent is rgb(64, 224, 208). The red channel is 64, green is 224, and blue is 208 (scale 0–255).
What is the HSL value of #40E0D0?
The HSL value is hsl(174, 72%, 56%). Hue is 174°, saturation is 72%, and lightness is 56%.
Does #40E0D0 meet WCAG accessibility standards?
On a white background, #40E0D0 achieves a 1.64:1 contrast ratio (Fail). On a black background it achieves 12.79:1 (AAA). WCAG AA requires ≥4.5:1 for normal text.
What is the complementary color of #40E0D0?
The complementary color (180° opposite on the hue wheel) of #40E0D0 is #E03E4E.