Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
A Greco-Egyptian mathematician and engineer who was active in his native city of Alexandria
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An English mathematician, physicist, astronomer, theologian, and author
Based on estimated IQ scores, Isaac Newton (IQ 190) ranks higher than Hero of Alexandria (IQ 185). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Hero of Alexandria had an estimated IQ of 185 while Isaac Newton had an estimated IQ of 190.
Hero of Alexandria is known for: Aeolipile <br> Heron's fountain <br> Heron's formula <br> Vending machine. Isaac Newton is known for: Newtonian mechanics <br> Universal gravitation <br> Calculus <br> Newton's laws of motion <br> Optics <br> Binomial seri.
Yes. Both Hero of Alexandria and Isaac Newton are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.