Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
A Greek mathematician, physicist, engineer, inventor, and astronomer.
A French mathematician, mechanician, physicist, philosopher, and music theorist
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Based on estimated IQ scores, Archimedes (IQ 190) ranks higher than Jean le Rond d'Alembert (IQ 185). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Archimedes had an estimated IQ of 190 while Jean le Rond d'Alembert had an estimated IQ of 185.
Archimedes is known for: Archimedes' principleArchimedes' screwhydrostaticsleversinfinitesimalsNeuseis constructions. Jean le Rond d'Alembert is known for: D'Alembert criterion <br> D'Alembert force <br> D'Alembert's form of the principle of virtual work.
Yes. Both Archimedes and Jean le Rond d'Alembert are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.