Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
An American chemist, biochemist, chemical engineer, peace activist, author, and educator
American columnist, author and lecturer
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Based on estimated IQ scores, Linus Pauling (IQ 190) ranks higher than Marilyn vos Savant (IQ 186). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Linus Pauling had an estimated IQ of 190 while Marilyn vos Savant had an estimated IQ of 186.
Linus Pauling is known for: Alpha sheet <br> Ancestral sequence reconstruction <br> Backbonding <br> Beta sheet <br> Bond order. Marilyn vos Savant is known for: Penning the 'Ask Marilyn' column in Parade magazine and solving the 'Monty Hall Problem' in the process..
Yes. Both Linus Pauling and Marilyn vos Savant are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.