There are a number of properties that both sugar and salt share. First would be that both compounds exist as solid at standard temperature and pressure. Being in a solid form, they also have crystalline structures, colorless and are odorless. Also, from research, both has certain degree of antimicrobial properties as they are being used for preservation of food products and for treating of wounds and illnesses. Another would be that both are being used as flavor enhancers in cooking. Due to their applicability, these compounds are the two of the major production industries in many countries across the globe.
