How do I know the difference between "garbage" and "trash"?

“Garbage” is the bagged household waste produced in your home. “Trash” is defined as limbs, grass clippings, furniture and appliances, metal objects and other “non-hazardous” materials.

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1. How do I have household appliances picked up?
2. How do I get a refuse/garbage account started?
3. How do I get rid of recyclable items?
4. My garbage container is damaged. Who do I call?
5. Does Opelika have a curbside recycling program?
6. How do I find out what my pick up day is?
7. How do I know the difference between "garbage" and "trash"?
8. Why didn't my trash get picked up?
9. Are there some "trash" items the city will not pick up?