Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
An American chemist, biochemist, chemical engineer, peace activist, author, and educator
An English theoretical physicist, cosmologist, and author
Based on estimated IQ scores, Linus Pauling (IQ 190) ranks higher than Stephen Hawking (IQ 180). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Linus Pauling had an estimated IQ of 190 while Stephen Hawking had an estimated IQ of 180.
Linus Pauling is known for: Alpha sheet <br> Ancestral sequence reconstruction <br> Backbonding <br> Beta sheet <br> Bond order. Stephen Hawking is known for: Hawking radiation, A Brief History of Time, Penrose–Hawking theorems, Black hole information paradox, Micro black hole, .
Yes. Both Linus Pauling and Stephen Hawking are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.