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Nitrogen and sulfur are both elements that can form various compounds with other elements. Nitrogen is a Group 15 element, while sulfur is a Group 16 element. Compounds containing these elements are found in many biological molecules, such as amino acids and proteins. Nitrogen can also be found in fertilizers and explosives, while sulfur is used in the production of sulfuric acid, which is used in car batteries and fertilizers.