Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
Cornish chemist & inventor who invented the Davy lamp and a very early form of arc lamp.
An American engineer and inventor who is widely credited with developing the world's first commercially successful steamboat.
Based on estimated IQ scores, Humphry Davy (IQ 185) ranks higher than Robert Fulton (IQ 155). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Humphry Davy had an estimated IQ of 185 while Robert Fulton had an estimated IQ of 155.
Humphry Davy is known for: Electrolysis, aluminium, sodium, potassium, calcium, strontium, magnesium, barium, boron, Davy lamp. Robert Fulton is known for: Steamboat, Nautilus (1800 submarine).
Yes. Both Humphry Davy and Robert Fulton are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.