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Moloch (spiny lizard of Australia) has hygroscopic glands in the skin which absorb water from the moist sand.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Identify the Subject**: The question refers to the Moloch, a spiny lizard found in Australia. 2. **Understand the Key Feature**: The Moloch has hygroscopic glands in its skin. 3. **Define Hygroscopic Glands**: These are specialized glands that can absorb moisture from the environment. They have a hollow structure that allows them to collect and retain water. 4. **Explain the Function**: The hygroscopic glands in the Moloch lizard enable it to absorb water from moist sand, which is crucial for its survival in the arid Australian environment. 5. **Relate to the Environment**: The Moloch lizard lives in dry and hot climates, where water is scarce. The ability to absorb moisture from the sand helps it meet its water requirements. 6. **Conclusion**: Given the adaptation of the Moloch lizard to its environment and the function of its hygroscopic glands, the statement regarding the Moloch having hygroscopic glands that absorb water from moist sand is true. **Final Answer**: True ---
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