Crossword clue: the separation of liquid from a gel that is caused by contraction (as in cheese making)

The most common answer is synaeresis (10 letters).

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synaeresis 10 letters wn-def

the separation of liquid from a gel that is caused by contraction (as in cheese making)

syneresis 9 letters wn-def

the separation of liquid from a gel that is caused by contraction (as in cheese making)