Alice Munro vs Oswald Avery

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Alice Munro
IQN/A
Born1931
OriginWingham, Ontario, Canada
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Oswald Avery
IQN/A
Born1877
Died1955
OriginHalifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Known For Avery–MacLeod–McCarty experiment DNA transmits heredity

About Alice Munro

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About Oswald Avery

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The Verdict

Neither Alice Munro nor Oswald Avery has a formally estimated IQ score, but both are universally recognized as among history's greatest minds.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who had a higher IQ — Alice Munro or Oswald Avery?

Neither has a formally estimated IQ in the Geniuses.Club database, though both are recognized as extraordinary intellects.

What is each genius known for?

Alice Munro is known for: See full biography. Oswald Avery is known for: Avery–MacLeod–McCarty experiment DNA transmits heredity .

Are both considered geniuses?

Yes. Both Alice Munro and Oswald Avery are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.

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