Commercial fertilizer is a term used to describe various materials that contain essential plant nutrients. While it is a widely used term, there are several synonyms that can describe the same thing. These synonyms include chemical fertilizers, artificial fertilizers, synthetic fertilizers, and mineral fertilizers. Chemical fertilizers are made from synthesized chemicals such as ammonia, while artificial fertilizers are made from inorganic compounds such as potassium chloride. Synthetic fertilizers are produced through chemical processes, while mineral fertilizers are made from naturally occurring minerals. All these terms can be used interchangeably with commercial fertilizers and are designed to improve plant growth and yield.