While comparing Hawks Eye and Cordierite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Hawks Eye and Cordierite chemical formula.
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hawks Eye and Cordierite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hawks Eye and Cordierite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hawks Eye is 2.57-2.66 whereas that of Cordierite is 2.57-2.66.