38 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 



food flavors, however, are materially decreased by 

 washing in good water. 



What conditions affect the moisture content of 

 butter? 



1. Richness of the cream. 



2. Temperature of the cream and wash water. 



3. Size of butter granules. 



4. Time allowed butter in buttermilk and wash 

 water. 



5. Amount of working the butter receives. 



6. Minor mechanical conditions. 



What is the maximum amount of moisture in butter 

 allowed by the laws of United States ? 



The moisture content of butter must be under 16 

 per cent. 



What methods are used for purifying water at 

 creameries ? 



1. Filtration through a sand filter 



2. Pasteurization. 



Pure spring water or good well water does not 

 need purifying. 



What is the effect of the presence of buttermilk in 

 butter? 



1. The keeping quality of the butter is injured. 



2. The presence of casein usually causes a 

 mottled color. 



3. The texture of the butter is injured, the 

 milky brine being quite objectionable to many con- 

 sumers. 



