Final answer:
If the B cell does not encounter its specific antigen, it will not be able to initiate an immune response and produce antibodies to neutralize the antigen.
Step-by-step explanation:
If the B cell does not encounter its specific antigen in the follicle, it will not be able to initiate an immune response. If the B cell does not encounter its specific antigen, it will not be able to initiate an immune response and produce antibodies to neutralize the antigen.
B cells are responsible for producing antibodies that bind to and neutralize antigens. Without encountering their specific antigen, B cells will not be activated and will not differentiate into plasma cells, which are the antibody-secreting cells. This means that the immune system will not be able to effectively eliminate the pathogen or foreign substance.