1# scientific
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3Educational scientific illustration style for pathways, processes, and technical diagrams
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5## Design Aesthetic
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7Academic scientific illustration aesthetic for biological pathways, chemical processes, and technical systems. Clean, precise diagrams with proper labeling and clear visual flow. Educational clarity with professional polish. Think textbook quality illustrations and academic journal figures.
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9## Background
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11- Color: Off-White (#FAFAFA) or Light Blue-Gray (#F0F4F8)
12- Texture: None or very subtle paper grain for print feel
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14## Typography
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16### Primary Font (Headlines)
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18Clean serif font (Times New Roman style) for formal academic feel. Bold weight for main titles. Professional, authoritative presence.
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20### Secondary Font (Labels)
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22Sans-serif for diagram labels and annotations. Clear, readable at small sizes. Consistent sizing for hierarchy.
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24### Body Font
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26Serif for body paragraphs, sans-serif for bullet points and lists. Academic publication styling.
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28## Color Palette
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30| Role | Color | Hex | Usage |
31|------|-------|-----|-------|
32| Background | Off-White | #FAFAFA | Primary background |
33| Primary Text | Dark Slate | #1E293B | Headlines, body |
34| Label Text | Medium Gray | #475569 | Annotations |
35| Pathway 1 | Teal | #0D9488 | Primary pathway |
36| Pathway 2 | Blue | #3B82F6 | Secondary pathway |
37| Pathway 3 | Purple | #8B5CF6 | Tertiary pathway |
38| Membrane | Amber | #F59E0B | Biological membranes |
39| Alert | Red | #EF4444 | Key molecules, emphasis |
40| Positive | Green | #22C55E | Products, outputs |
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42## Visual Elements
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44- Horizontal membrane or structure bases
45- Labeled modular components with distinct colors
46- Flow arrows (electron, proton, molecule movement)
47- Chemical formulas and molecular notation
48- Cross-section and pathway diagrams
49- Numbered step sequences
50- Key molecule callouts
51- Process summary boxes
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53## Style Rules
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55### Do
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57- Use precise, consistent line weights
58- Label all components clearly
59- Show directional flow with arrows
60- Include chemical/molecular notation where relevant
61- Create clear numbered sequences
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63### Don't
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65- Use decorative illustrations
66- Create imprecise or artistic diagrams
67- Omit important labels
68- Use inconsistent visual language
69- Add slide numbers, footers, or logos
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71## Best For
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73Biology lectures, chemistry presentations, medical education, research presentations, academic papers, scientific conferences, textbook illustrations, process documentation
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