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George Stephenson vs William Shockley

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George Stephenson
IQ175
Born1781
Died1848
OriginWylam, Northumberland, England
Known For'Stephenson gauge
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William Shockley
IQ175
Born1910
Died1989
OriginGreater London, England,United Kingdom
Known ForPoint-contact transistor and GJT <br> Diffused-base transistor <br> Heterojuncti

About George Stephenson

A British civil engineer and mechanical engineer responsible for creating the standard of railroad tracks

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About William Shockley

An American physicist and inventor who won the Nobel Prize for researches on semiconductors and their discovery of the transistor effect.

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The Verdict

Both George Stephenson and William Shockley have an estimated IQ of 175, placing them among history's greatest minds.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who had a higher IQ — George Stephenson or William Shockley?

George Stephenson had an estimated IQ of 175 while William Shockley had an estimated IQ of 175.

What is each genius known for?

George Stephenson is known for: 'Stephenson gauge. William Shockley is known for: Point-contact transistor and GJT <br> Diffused-base transistor <br> Heterojunction bipolar transistor <br> Thyristor.

Are both considered geniuses?

Yes. Both George Stephenson and William Shockley are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.

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