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Archimedes vs Friedrich Nietzsche

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Archimedes
IQ190
Born287
OriginSyracuse, Sicily, Magna Graecia
Known ForArchimedes' principleArchimedes' screwhydrostaticsleversinfinitesimalsNeuseis co
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Friedrich Nietzsche
IQ190
Born1844
Died1900
OriginRöcken, Saxony, Prussia
Known ForThus Spoke Zarathustra, Beyond Good & Evil

About Archimedes

A Greek mathematician, physicist, engineer, inventor, and astronomer.

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About Friedrich Nietzsche

German philosopher cultural critic, poet, and philologist whose work has exerted a profound influence on modern intellectual history

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The Verdict

Both Archimedes and Friedrich Nietzsche have an estimated IQ of 190, placing them among history's greatest minds.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who had a higher IQ — Archimedes or Friedrich Nietzsche?

Archimedes had an estimated IQ of 190 while Friedrich Nietzsche had an estimated IQ of 190.

What is each genius known for?

Archimedes is known for: Archimedes' principleArchimedes' screwhydrostaticsleversinfinitesimalsNeuseis constructions. Friedrich Nietzsche is known for: Thus Spoke Zarathustra, Beyond Good & Evil.

Are both considered geniuses?

Yes. Both Archimedes and Friedrich Nietzsche are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.

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