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Linus Pauling vs Paul Dirac

Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison

Linus Pauling
IQ190
Born1901
Died1994
OriginPortland, Oregon, U.S.
Known ForAlpha sheet <br> Ancestral sequence reconstruction <br> Backbonding <br> Beta sh
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Paul Dirac
IQ190
Born1902
Died1984
OriginBristol, England
Known ForSharing the 1933 Nobel Prize in Physics with Erwin Schrödinger "for the discover

About Linus Pauling

An American chemist, biochemist, chemical engineer, peace activist, author, and educator

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About Paul Dirac

An English theoretical physicist who is regarded as one of the most significant physicists of the 20th century.

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The Verdict

Both Linus Pauling and Paul Dirac have an estimated IQ of 190, placing them among history's greatest minds.

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Who had a higher IQ — Linus Pauling or Paul Dirac?

Linus Pauling had an estimated IQ of 190 while Paul Dirac had an estimated IQ of 190.

What is each genius known for?

Linus Pauling is known for: Alpha sheet <br> Ancestral sequence reconstruction <br> Backbonding <br> Beta sheet <br> Bond order. Paul Dirac is known for: Sharing the 1933 Nobel Prize in Physics with Erwin Schrödinger "for the discovery of new productive forms of atomic theo.

Are both considered geniuses?

Yes. Both Linus Pauling and Paul Dirac are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.

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