Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
A German composer, theatre director, polemicist, and conductor who is chiefly known for his operas.
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A British polymath who made notable contributions to the fields of vision, light, solid mechanics, energy, physiology, language, musical harmony, and Egyptology.
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Take the IQ test →Based on estimated IQ scores, Thomas Young (IQ 185) ranks higher than Richard Wagner (IQ 175). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Richard Wagner had an estimated IQ of 175 while Thomas Young had an estimated IQ of 185.
Richard Wagner is known for: The Ring of the Nibelung. Thomas Young is known for: Wave theory of light <br> Double-slit experiment <br> Astigmatism <br> Young–Dupré equation <br> Young–Helmholtz theory .
Yes. Both Richard Wagner and Thomas Young are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.
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