Proof of Snell's Law using Maxwell's Equations

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I'm wondering where to start for the proof of Snell's Law using Maxwell's equations. Any help in the proper direction would help!
 

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Consider plane-wave solutions. The wavenumbers will be related to the frequency differently according to the speed of light in the materials. The boundary conditions will determine the details of the refraction.
 

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