Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
A German physician, alchemist, precursor of chemistry, scholar and adventurer, best known for his development of the phlogiston theory of combustion
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A Scottish surgeon, one of the most distinguished scientists and surgeons of his day.
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Based on estimated IQ scores, Johann Joachim Becher (IQ 170) ranks higher than John Hunter (surgeon) (IQ 160). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Johann Joachim Becher had an estimated IQ of 170 while John Hunter (surgeon) had an estimated IQ of 160.
Johann Joachim Becher is known for: Phlogiston theory. John Hunter (surgeon) is known for: Scientific method in medicineMany discoveries in surgery and medicine.
Yes. Both Johann Joachim Becher and John Hunter (surgeon) are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.
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