Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
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Based on estimated IQ scores, William James Sidis (IQ 250) ranks higher than Gilbert N. Lewis (IQ 195). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Gilbert N. Lewis had an estimated IQ of 195 while William James Sidis had an estimated IQ of 250.
Gilbert N. Lewis is known for: Covalent bondLewis dot structuresValence bond theoryElectronic theory of acids and basesChemical thermodynamicsFugacityH. William James Sidis is known for: The Animate And The Inanimate.
Yes. Both Gilbert N. Lewis and William James Sidis are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.