Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
A Dutch physicist, mathematician, astronomer and inventor, who is widely regarded as one of the greatest scientists of all time and a major figure in the scientific revolution.
Australian-American mathematician who is considered by many to be the world's best mathematician.
Based on estimated IQ scores, Terence Chi-Shen Tao (IQ 220) ranks higher than Christiaan Huygens (IQ 190). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Christiaan Huygens had an estimated IQ of 190 while Terence Chi-Shen Tao had an estimated IQ of 220.
Christiaan Huygens is known for: Explanation of Saturn's rings <br> Centrifugal force <br> Collision formulae <br> Gambler's ruin <br> Pendulum clock <br. Terence Chi-Shen Tao is known for: When he was two years old, he was able to perform simple arithmetic. By the time he was nine, he was studying college-le.
Yes. Both Christiaan Huygens and Terence Chi-Shen Tao are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.