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Isaac Newton vs Joseph-Louis Lagrange

Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison

Isaac Newton
IQ190
Born1643
Died1727
OriginWoolsthorpe-by-Colsterworth, Lincolnshire, England
Known ForNewtonian mechanics <br> Universal gravitation <br> Calculus <br> Newton's laws
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Joseph-Louis Lagrange
IQ190
Born1736
Died1813
OriginTurin, Piedmont-Sardinia
Known ForAnalytical mechanics, celestial mechanics, mathematical analysis, number theory,

About Isaac Newton

An English mathematician, physicist, astronomer, theologian, and author

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About Joseph-Louis Lagrange

Italian-French mathematician and astronomer

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The Verdict

Both Isaac Newton and Joseph-Louis Lagrange have an estimated IQ of 190, placing them among history's greatest minds.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who had a higher IQ — Isaac Newton or Joseph-Louis Lagrange?

Isaac Newton had an estimated IQ of 190 while Joseph-Louis Lagrange had an estimated IQ of 190.

What is each genius known for?

Isaac Newton is known for: Newtonian mechanics <br> Universal gravitation <br> Calculus <br> Newton's laws of motion <br> Optics <br> Binomial seri. Joseph-Louis Lagrange is known for: Analytical mechanics, celestial mechanics, mathematical analysis, number theory, theory of equations.

Are both considered geniuses?

Yes. Both Isaac Newton and Joseph-Louis Lagrange are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.

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