KnowraPolystyreneLinked fromLinked fromThe 17 pages that link to Polystyrene, each with the reason it gives.All 17Broader topic 9Related 3Narrower topic 1Compared with 4PolyethyleneCompared with: It is a common packaging alternative with different stiffness, brittleness, and insulation properties.PolypropyleneCompared with: It competes in packaging and molded goods but is generally more brittle than polypropylene.PolycarbonateCompared with: Polystyrene costs less in many uses but generally lacks polycarbonate’s impact toughness.Acrylonitrile butadiene styreneCompared with: Unmodified polystyrene is generally more brittle than ABS because it lacks a rubber-toughened phase.