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Baron d'Holbach vs Max Planck

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Baron d'Holbach
IQ190
Born1723
Died1789
OriginEdesheim near Landau, Rhenish Palatinate
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Max Planck
IQ190
Born1858
Died1947
OriginKiel, Duchy of Holstein
Known ForOn the Second Principles of Mechanical Heat Theory (1879)

About Baron d'Holbach

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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 Baron d'Holbach and Max Planck have an estimated IQ of 190, placing them among history's greatest minds.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who had a higher IQ — Baron d'Holbach or Max Planck?

Baron d'Holbach had an estimated IQ of 190 while Max Planck had an estimated IQ of 190.

What is each genius known for?

Baron d'Holbach 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 Baron d'Holbach and Max Planck are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.

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