Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
A German mathematician and physicist who made significant contributions to many fields in mathematics and science.
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A Greek pre-Socratic philosopher best known for originating the cosmogonic theory of the four classical elements.
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Take the IQ test →Based on estimated IQ scores, Empedocles (IQ 195) ranks higher than Carl Friedrich Gauss (IQ 190). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Carl Friedrich Gauss had an estimated IQ of 190 while Empedocles had an estimated IQ of 195.
Carl Friedrich Gauss is known for: Gaussian elimination, also known as "row reduction" or "Gaussian method" <br> Gauss–Jordan elimination <br> Gauss–Seidel. Empedocles is known for: An ancient theory of natural selection; mass conservation; and the four elements which are now often misattributed to Ar.
Yes. Both Carl Friedrich Gauss and Empedocles are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.
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