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Ｉwanna know exactly the difference between the of and for in a sentence?

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Ｉwould like to know the difference between of and for in a sentence, please?

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I bought a present for a friend of mine.

of is used to show possession, belonging or origin.
for =intended to be given to.
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tks, another question

the essentiality for life or the essentiality of life

why?

Any response will be highly appreciate!
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