Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
A Greek pre-Socratic philosopher best known for originating the cosmogonic theory of the four classical elements.
A French scholar and polymath whose work was important to the development of engineering, mathematics, statistics, physics, astronomy, and philosophy.
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Both Empedocles and Pierre-Simon Laplace have an estimated IQ of 195, placing them among history's greatest minds.
Empedocles had an estimated IQ of 195 while Pierre-Simon Laplace had an estimated IQ of 195.
Empedocles is known for: An ancient theory of natural selection; mass conservation; and the four elements which are now often misattributed to Ar. Pierre-Simon Laplace is known for: Predicting the existence of black holes.
Yes. Both Empedocles and Pierre-Simon Laplace are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.
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