* They are both gases at room temperature.

* They are both essential for life on Earth. Nitrogen is a key component of proteins and DNA, while oxygen is needed for respiration.

* They are both diatomic molecules. This means they exist as pairs of atoms (N2 and O2).

* They are both colorless and odorless.

* They are both major components of the Earth's atmosphere. Nitrogen makes up about 78% of the atmosphere, and oxygen makes up about 21%.

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