Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
A Dutch mathematician and physicist who invented the screw-barrel simple microscope.
Read full biography of Nicolaas Hartsoeker → · In-Depth Article →
A Dutch mathematician and natural philosopher, chiefly remembered for developing experimental demonstrations of the laws of classical mechanics.
Twenty questions, eight minutes on the clock, and a percentile measured against everyone who has taken it. No sign-up.
Take the IQ test →Read full biography of Willem Jacob 's Gravesande → · In-Depth Article →
Based on estimated IQ scores, Willem Jacob 's Gravesande (IQ 180) ranks higher than Nicolaas Hartsoeker (IQ 170). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Nicolaas Hartsoeker had an estimated IQ of 170 while Willem Jacob 's Gravesande had an estimated IQ of 180.
Nicolaas Hartsoeker is known for: Contributions to microscopy, preformationism. Willem Jacob 's Gravesande is known for: Developing experimental demonstrations of the laws of classical mechanics..
Yes. Both Nicolaas Hartsoeker and Willem Jacob 's Gravesande are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.
Kim Ung-yongSolved calculus as a small child, then chose a quiet career as a civil engineer
Shakuntala DeviMultiplied two 13-digit numbers in her head in 28 seconds
Stephen WiltshireAutistic Savant Drawing Entire Cities from Memory — MBE from…
Michael KearneyBachelor's at 10 Years, 4 Months — Youngest U.S. College…
