residue

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the part that is left after the main part has gone or been taken away, or a substance that remains after a chemical process such as evaporation:

She cut off the best meat and threw away the residue.

The white residue in/on the kettle is a result of minerals in the water.

the part of a dead person's money and property that is left after taxes, debts, etc. have been paid:

The residue (of the estate) went to her granddaughter.

something that is left after the main part is no longer present:

Pesticide residue is present in many fruits and vegetables, even after proper washing.