Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
A German theoretical physicist whose discovery of energy quanta won him the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1918.
A German scientist, inventor, and politician who pioneered scientific work in the development of experimental methods, and repeatable demonstrations on the physics of the vacuum, atmospheric pressure,
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Based on estimated IQ scores, Max Planck (IQ 190) ranks higher than Otto von Guericke (IQ 185). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Max Planck had an estimated IQ of 190 while Otto von Guericke had an estimated IQ of 185.
Max Planck is known for: On the Second Principles of Mechanical Heat Theory (1879). Otto von Guericke is known for: vacuum, atmospheric pressure, Electrostatics.
Yes. Both Max Planck and Otto von Guericke are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.
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