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Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin vs Vergilius of Salzburg

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Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin
IQN/A
Born1900
Died1979
OriginWendover, Buckinghamshire, England
Known ForExplanation of stellar spectra and composition of the Sun, more than 3,000,000 o
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Vergilius of Salzburg
IQ160
Born700
Died0784
OriginIreland

About Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin

A British-born American astronomer and astrophysicist who proposed in her 1925 doctoral thesis that stars were composed primarily of hydrogen and helium

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About Vergilius of Salzburg

An Irish churchman and early astronomer.

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The Verdict

Vergilius of Salzburg has an estimated IQ of 160. Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin's IQ is not precisely estimated, but both are recognized as extraordinary minds.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who had a higher IQ — Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin or Vergilius of Salzburg?

Vergilius of Salzburg had an estimated IQ of 160. Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin's IQ has not been formally estimated.

What is each genius known for?

Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin is known for: Explanation of stellar spectra and composition of the Sun, more than 3,000,000 observations of variable stars. Vergilius of Salzburg is known for: See full biography.

Are both considered geniuses?

Yes. Both Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin and Vergilius of Salzburg are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.

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