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Athanasius Kircher vs Max Planck

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Athanasius Kircher
IQ190
Born1602
Died1680
OriginGeisa, Duchy of Thuringia
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Max Planck
IQ190
Born1858
Died1947
OriginKiel, Duchy of Holstein
Known ForOn the Second Principles of Mechanical Heat Theory (1879)

About Athanasius Kircher

A German Jesuit scholar and polymath who published around 40 major works.

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About Max Planck

A German theoretical physicist whose discovery of energy quanta won him the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1918.

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The Verdict

Both Athanasius Kircher and Max Planck have an estimated IQ of 190, placing them among history's greatest minds.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who had a higher IQ — Athanasius Kircher or Max Planck?

Athanasius Kircher had an estimated IQ of 190 while Max Planck had an estimated IQ of 190.

What is each genius known for?

Athanasius Kircher is known for: See full biography. Max Planck is known for: On the Second Principles of Mechanical Heat Theory (1879).

Are both considered geniuses?

Yes. Both Athanasius Kircher and Max Planck are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.

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