Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
An Italian Dominican friar, philosopher, mathematician, poet, cosmological theorist, and Hermetic occultist.
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A Greco-Egyptian mathematician and engineer who was active in his native city of Alexandria
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Based on estimated IQ scores, Giordano Bruno (IQ 190) ranks higher than Hero of Alexandria (IQ 185). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Giordano Bruno had an estimated IQ of 190 while Hero of Alexandria had an estimated IQ of 185.
Giordano Bruno is known for: His cosmological theories, which conceptually extended the then-novel Copernican model. Hero of Alexandria is known for: Aeolipile <br> Heron's fountain <br> Heron's formula <br> Vending machine.
Yes. Both Giordano Bruno and Hero of Alexandria are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.
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