What is Permissible for Tayammum

Question
Regarding tayammum, you mentioned a criterion for what can be used for it, which is that it should not burn or soften. You provided examples of trees and minerals, but even stones and rocks can burn and soften, as evidenced by volcanic lava when exposed to high temperatures, and shale oil can be released if the heat is intense enough, causing it to soften and become like volcanic lava. Is there any clarification on this?
Answer
I say, and with God's success: The intended meaning of burning is with the usual fire, and the meaning of burning is to turn into ashes. Therefore, it is permissible to perform tayammum with stones, and God knows best.
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