Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
An American chemist, biochemist, chemical engineer, peace activist, author, and educator
An Austrian physicist and philosopher who developed statistical mechanics, and the statistical explanation of the second law of thermodynamics.
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Based on estimated IQ scores, Ludwig Boltzmann (IQ 195) ranks higher than Linus Pauling (IQ 190). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Linus Pauling had an estimated IQ of 190 while Ludwig Boltzmann had an estimated IQ of 195.
Linus Pauling is known for: Alpha sheet <br> Ancestral sequence reconstruction <br> Backbonding <br> Beta sheet <br> Bond order. Ludwig Boltzmann is known for: The development of statistical mechanics.
Yes. Both Linus Pauling and Ludwig Boltzmann are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.
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