casein
[ KAY-seen; KAY-see-ihn ]
The prinicipal protein in milk, which coagulates with the addition of
RENNIN and is the foundation for cheese. Casein is also used in the production of nonfood items such as adhesives, paints and plastics.
© Copyright Barron's Educational Services, Inc. 1995 based on THE FOOD LOVER'S
COMPANION, 2nd edition, by Sharon Tyler Herbst.
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